What is the BMR for a 67-year-old man?

The estimated BMR (basal metabolic rate) for a 67-year-old man of average height and weight is 1654 kcal/day, calculated using the Mifflin-St Jeor equation.

Calorie Guide · Age 67

Calories for a 67-Year-Old Man

Q: How many calories does a 67-year-old man need?

A lightly active 67-year-old man of average weight and height needs approximately 2274 kcal/day to maintain weight. Sedentary needs are around 1984 kcal, and very active around 2853 kcal.

Q: How many calories should a 67-year-old man eat to lose weight?

A 67-year-old man should eat approximately 1774 kcal/day to lose about 0.5 kg (1 lb) per week. This is a 500 kcal deficit from the estimated maintenance of 2274 kcal.

BMR, TDEE and exact calorie targets for weight loss, maintenance and muscle gain at age 67.

Calorie Needs at Age 67 — Average Man

1654

BMR (at rest)

1984

Sedentary TDEE

2274
Lightly active TDEE

2563

Moderately active

1774

Weight loss target

2274

Maintenance

2574

Muscle gain target

How Many Calories Does a 67-Year-Old Man Need?

Using the Mifflin-St Jeor equation with average US height and weight for a man aged 67, the resting metabolic rate (BMR) is approximately 1654 kcal/day. With typical daily activity included, total calorie expenditure (TDEE) ranges from 1984 kcal (sedentary) to 2853 kcal (very active).

Age 67 note: After 65, calorie needs drop but protein needs stay high or increase to prevent muscle loss. Aim for 1–1.2 g/kg of protein and stay active to preserve functional strength.

Calorie Targets by Goal

Goal	Daily Calories	Expected Result
🔵 Aggressive weight loss	1524 kcal	~0.75 kg/week
📉 Weight loss	1774 kcal	~0.5 kg/week
✅ Maintenance	2274 kcal	Weight stable
💪 Lean bulk	2574 kcal	~0.25 kg/week
🏋️ Aggressive bulk	2774 kcal	~0.5 kg/week

Calorie Needs by Activity Level

Activity Level	Description	Daily Calories
Sedentary	Desk job, minimal movement	1984 kcal
Lightly active	1–3 workouts/week	2274 kcal
Moderately active	3–5 workouts/week	2563 kcal
Very active	Hard training 6–7 days/week	2853 kcal

How Metabolism Changes Around Age 67

Metabolic rate declines approximately 1–2% per decade after age 30, driven primarily by muscle loss (sarcopenia) rather than any inherent slowdown. At age 67, your BMR of 1654 kcal reflects your current muscle mass, height and hormonal status. The single most effective way to maintain or raise your BMR is resistance training — each kilogram of lean muscle burns roughly 13 kcal/day at rest.

Age	Estimated BMR (man)	Change vs age 67
57	1704 kcal	+50 kcal
62	1679 kcal	+25 kcal
67	1654 kcal	—
70	1639 kcal	-15 kcal
70	1639 kcal	-15 kcal

Macronutrient Split at 2274 kcal

Macro	% of Calories	Grams/day	Calories
Protein	30%	171 g	684 kcal
Carbohydrates	40%	227 g	908 kcal
Fat	30%	76 g	684 kcal

At age 67, protein intake is especially important. Aim for at least 71–89 g/day to maintain muscle mass, whether you're in a deficit, at maintenance, or in a surplus.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories does a 67-year-old man need per day?A lightly active 67-year-old man of average size needs approximately 2274 kcal/day to maintain weight. This ranges from 1984 kcal (sedentary) to 2853 kcal (very active).

How many calories should a 67-year-old man eat to lose weight?Aim for 1774 kcal/day — a 500 kcal deficit from the 2274 kcal maintenance estimate — to lose approximately 0.5 kg per week. Never go below 1200 kcal (women) or 1500 kcal (men) for extended periods.

Does age 67 affect how many calories you burn?Yes. Every decade after 30, BMR drops ~1–2% mainly due to muscle loss. At age 67 the estimated BMR is 1654 kcal — compare to 1839 kcal at age 30. Resistance training largely offsets this decline.

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Sources

WHO CDC Mifflin-St Jeor (PubMed)