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

The estimated BMR (basal metabolic rate) for a 67-year-old woman of average height and weight is 1256 kcal/day, calculated using the Mifflin-St Jeor equation.

Calorie Guide · Age 67

Calories for a 67-Year-Old Woman

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

A lightly active 67-year-old woman of average weight and height needs approximately 1727 kcal/day to maintain weight. Sedentary needs are around 1507 kcal, and very active around 2167 kcal.

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

A 67-year-old woman should eat approximately 1227 kcal/day to lose about 0.5 kg (1 lb) per week. This is a 500 kcal deficit from the estimated maintenance of 1727 kcal.

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

Calorie Needs at Age 67 — Average Woman

1256

BMR (at rest)

1507

Sedentary TDEE

1727
Lightly active TDEE

1947

Moderately active

1227

Weight loss target

1727

Maintenance

2027

Muscle gain target

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

Using the Mifflin-St Jeor equation with average US height and weight for a woman aged 67, the resting metabolic rate (BMR) is approximately 1256 kcal/day. With typical daily activity included, total calorie expenditure (TDEE) ranges from 1507 kcal (sedentary) to 2167 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	977 kcal	~0.75 kg/week
📉 Weight loss	1227 kcal	~0.5 kg/week
✅ Maintenance	1727 kcal	Weight stable
💪 Lean bulk	2027 kcal	~0.25 kg/week
🏋️ Aggressive bulk	2227 kcal	~0.5 kg/week

Calorie Needs by Activity Level

Activity Level	Description	Daily Calories
Sedentary	Desk job, minimal movement	1507 kcal
Lightly active	1–3 workouts/week	1727 kcal
Moderately active	3–5 workouts/week	1947 kcal
Very active	Hard training 6–7 days/week	2167 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 1256 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 (woman)	Change vs age 67
57	1306 kcal	+50 kcal
62	1281 kcal	+25 kcal
67	1256 kcal	—
70	1241 kcal	-15 kcal
70	1241 kcal	-15 kcal

Macronutrient Split at 1727 kcal

Macro	% of Calories	Grams/day	Calories
Protein	30%	130 g	520 kcal
Carbohydrates	40%	173 g	692 kcal
Fat	30%	58 g	522 kcal

At age 67, protein intake is especially important. Aim for at least 60–74 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 woman need per day?A lightly active 67-year-old woman of average size needs approximately 1727 kcal/day to maintain weight. This ranges from 1507 kcal (sedentary) to 2167 kcal (very active).

How many calories should a 67-year-old woman eat to lose weight?Aim for 1227 kcal/day — a 500 kcal deficit from the 1727 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 1256 kcal — compare to 1441 kcal at age 30. Resistance training largely offsets this decline.

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Sources

WHO CDC Mifflin-St Jeor (PubMed)