Is the Harris Benedict Equation Still Accurate for TDEE
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I was looking into the math behind TDEE today and noticed most of these apps use the Harris Benedict equation. It was developed so long ago so I am wondering if it is still accurate for modern lifters who have more muscle mass than the average person back then.
I have a fairly muscular build and when I use the standard formulas they seem to underestimate what I can actually eat without gaining weight. I am curious if there is a better formula like the Katch-McArdle that I should be using instead.
Does anyone here actually calculate their own numbers by hand or do you just let the app handle it? I want to make sure my baseline is correct before I start my spring cut because I do not want to starve myself unnecessarily.