Set Your Wellness Goals

BMI (Body Mass Index) is a simple ratio of weight to height. While useful as a general indicator, it has limitations:

• Doesn't distinguish between muscle and fat mass
• May underestimate body fat in older adults
• May overestimate body fat in muscular athletes

For a complete picture of health, consider body composition, waist circumference, and how you feel day-to-day.

TDEE = BMR + Activity + TEF + NEAT

• BMR: Calories burned at complete rest (breathing, circulation, cell production)
• Activity: Energy from planned exercise
• TEF: Thermic Effect of Food (~10% of intake)
• NEAT: Non-Exercise Activity (walking, fidgeting, standing)

Your TDEE decreases slightly as you lose weight, so your calories may need periodic adjustment.