Calorie Calculator for Weight Gain
Free online Calorie Calculator for Weight Gain. This calculator calculates the daily calorie surplus needed for healthy weight…
This calculator calculates the daily calorie surplus needed for healthy weight or muscle gain, based on your TDEE and a calibrated surplus amount.
📐 Formula Used
BMI = weight(kg) / height(m)²BMR = 10×weight + 6.25×height - 5×age ± 5Calories = MET × weight(kg) × duration(hrs)When and Why to Use This Calculator
Use Calorie Calculator for Weight Gain when starting a new diet or training program, or when tracking long-term weight changes. Always consult a registered dietitian before major dietary changes.
Worked Example
25yr man, 6ft, 155 lbs, lightly active: TDEE approximately 2,400. To gain 0.5 lb per week (250 calorie surplus): target is approximately 2,650 calories per day for lean gains.
How to Use This Calculator
- Step 1 — Enter your values into the fields above.
- Step 2 — Press Calculate to see your result instantly.
- Step 3 — Review the formula to understand how the result was reached.
- Step 4 — Use Copy Result to copy your answer, or Reset to start over.
No sign-up required. The Calorie Calculator for Weight Gain is completely free on any device.