Daily Calorie Needs
Current Weight Daily Calorie Target
- Under 200 lbs. — 1300 – 1500 calories/day
- 200 – 225 lbs. — 1500 – 1800 calories/day
- 226 – 250 lbs. — 1800 – 2000 calories/day
- 251 – 300 lbs. — 2000 – 2300 calories/day
- 300 – 350 lbs. — 2500 – 3000 calories/day
- Over 350 lbs. — Consult your Doctor.
Find your weight range in the left column, then look across to the right column to find your Daily Calorie Target range. This graph is designed to help you lose between .5 and 2 pounds per week. You will see faster results when you stick to the lower number in your calorie range.
Be sure to journal everything you eat and drink to keep track of the exact amount of calories you are eating each day. You will also need to measure your portions and make sure you are accurate in your measuring. You can find the number of calories and serving size in each food by looking on the nutrition label or looking it up in a calorie book or online.
You will see even faster results when you can be more physically active. Try walking a mile each day, taking the stairs instead of the elevator, participate in an aerobic class, or swim or bike.
When you reach a new weight range on the above chart be sure to readjust your Daily Calorie Target to continue losing weight.
Remember by keeping your journal as accurate as possible, tracking your daily calories, water intake, mile time, physical activity and reviewing your goals, you will find success.