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Is your BMR my maintenance calories? Unpacking the difference

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Approximately 70% of the calories you burn daily are from your basal metabolic rate (BMR), but understanding this alone won't tell you everything you need to know about your daily energy needs. The key question people often ask is, "Is your BMR my maintenance calories?", a misconception that can derail fitness and weight management goals before they even begin.