BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate)
The calories burned at complete rest to maintain basic body functions.
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Basal metabolic rate (BMR) is the energy expended at complete rest for essential functions: breathing, circulation, cell production, and maintaining body temperature. BMR accounts for 60-75% of total daily energy expenditure. It is influenced by body composition, age, sex, and genetics. More muscle mass increases BMR.
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Examples
- Measured lying down, complete rest
- Usually estimated with the Mifflin-St Jeor equation
- 1500-2000 kcal/day typical
- Higher with more muscle mass
Related Terms
Compound exercises
Put this into practice with exercises from the library.
Machine Shoulder (Military) Press
Strength · Machine
Medicine Ball Chest Pass
Plyometrics · Medicine Ball
Medicine Ball Full Twist
Plyometrics · Medicine Ball
Medicine Ball Scoop Throw
Plyometrics · Medicine Ball
Mixed Grip Chin
Strength · Other
Monster Walk
Strength · Bands
Mountain Climbers
Plyometrics · None
Moving Claw Series
Plyometrics · None
Common questions
What is BMR?
The calories burned at complete rest to maintain basic body functions. Basal metabolic rate (BMR) is the energy expended at complete rest for essential functions: breathing, circulation, cell production, and maintaining body temperature.
What exercises train the BMR?
Good options include Machine Shoulder (Military) Press, Medicine Ball Chest Pass, Medicine Ball Full Twist, Medicine Ball Scoop Throw, Mixed Grip Chin. Each links to a step-by-step guide with demonstration images.
What are examples of BMR?
Measured lying down, complete rest; Usually estimated with the Mifflin-St Jeor equation; 1500-2000 kcal/day typical.
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