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Light exercise refers to physical activity performed 1-3 days per week. This includes activities like walking, light jogging, yoga, or recreational sports that don't involve intense physical exertion. It represents a moderately active lifestyle where exercise is regular but not overly strenuous.
The calculator uses the TDEE formula for light exercise:
Where:
Explanation: The multiplier 1.375 accounts for the additional energy expenditure from light exercise activities performed 1-3 times per week.
Details: Accurately identifying your activity level is crucial for calculating your true energy needs. Underestimating or overestimating activity can lead to incorrect calorie targets for weight management goals.
Tips: Enter your calculated BMR value in kcal/day. The calculator will apply the light exercise multiplier (1.375) to estimate your total daily energy expenditure.
Q1: What activities qualify as light exercise?
A: Light exercise includes walking, gentle cycling, light weight training, yoga, golf, and recreational activities that don't cause excessive breathlessness.
Q2: How does light exercise differ from moderate exercise?
A: Light exercise (1.375 multiplier) involves 1-3 days of activity, while moderate exercise (1.55 multiplier) involves 3-5 days of more intense activity.
Q3: Should I use this if I exercise 3 days weekly?
A: Yes, the 1.375 multiplier is appropriate for exercise frequencies of 1-3 days per week with light to moderate intensity.
Q4: What if my exercise intensity varies?
A: Choose the category that best represents your overall activity level. If unsure, it's better to underestimate rather than overestimate.
Q5: How accurate is this calculation?
A: It provides a good estimate for most people, but individual variations in metabolism and activity intensity can affect accuracy.