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Use the Mifflin-St Jeor equation to find your exact maintenance calories, then dial in your bulk or cut targets.

Why Calories Matter

Whether your goal is building muscle or losing fat, everything starts with knowing your Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE). No guessing — just data.

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Enter your stats — weight, height, age and activity level.
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We calculate your maintenance calories using the Mifflin-St Jeor formula.
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See your personalized bulk and cut calorie targets instantly.
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Follow the guide below to execute your plan effectively.

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Maintenance Calories —
Bulk
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kcal / day
Cut
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kcal / day
Bulking
Calorie Target
+300 kcal Surplus
Bulking Phase

Fuel Your
Muscle Growth

A successful bulk is about eating slightly more than you burn while hitting your protein targets and training hard. Clean, consistent eating beats binge eating every time.

+300 kcal surplus above your maintenance
1.6–2.2g protein per kg of bodyweight daily
Eat every 3–4 hours — never skip meals
Progressive overload — lift heavier over time
Best foods: Chicken, rice, oats, eggs, peanut butter, milk, pasta
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Breakfast
Oats + milk + banana
2 boiled eggs
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Lunch
Chicken + rice + mixed vegetables
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Snack
Peanut butter sandwich + protein shake
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Dinner
Beef or chicken + rice + olive oil
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Pre-Sleep
Glass of milk or casein shake
Cutting
Calorie Target
−500 kcal Deficit
Cutting Phase

Shred Down,
Stay Strong

Cutting is about creating a consistent calorie deficit while keeping protein high to preserve every ounce of muscle you've built. Patience + consistency wins.

−500 kcal deficit for ~0.5kg fat loss/week
High protein is non-negotiable — preserves muscle
3L+ water daily — helps with hunger management
Eliminate liquid calories — sodas, juices, alcohol
Best foods: Chicken, fish, egg whites, vegetables, berries, brown rice
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Breakfast
Egg whites + whole-wheat toast
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Lunch
Grilled chicken + roasted veggies
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Snack
Apple or low-cal protein shake
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Dinner
Fish + steamed broccoli + quinoa
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