Calorie & Protein Calculator

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Calorie Range & Protein Calculator for Women 40+

Get a realistic calorie range for fat loss, not a rigid target. A range gives flexibility and supports consistency over time. You will also get a protein target, to support fullness, muscle maintenance, and long-term progress.
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Activity

Not active - Fewer than 5,000 steps a day; little to no intentional exercise.

Lightly Active - 5,000 - 7,500 steps a day; or light exercise 1–3 times a week.

Moderately Active - 7,500 - 11,000 steps a day; or moderate exercise 3–5 times a week.

Very Active - 11,000 - 15,000 steps a day; or intense exercise 6–7 times a week.

Extra Active - 15,000+ steps a day; or intense daily training with a physical job.

What does this tell us?
Your activity level helps us estimate your calorie range, while strength training helps us set an appropriate protein target to support muscle and recovery.

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Your metrics

What does this tell us?
This helps us estimate your daily energy needs (often called TDEE). We combine this with your activity levels to create a personalised calorie range.

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Your results

What happens next?
You’ll receive your personalised calorie range by email, which will include some extra content and resources to help you on your journey, and make fat-loss feel easier.

Success

You will receive your calculator results via email.
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