TDEE
Total Daily Energy Expenditure
Short definition
Total daily energy expenditure — the basis for calculating calorie intake.
Full definition
TDEE sums basal metabolic rate (BMR), the thermic effect of food and activity (training + daily life). A surplus of ~+10–15 % supports muscle gain; a deficit of ~−15–20 % supports weight loss. Accuracy depends on activity estimation.
Examples
TDEE 2800 kcal — for a surplus eat ~3200 kcal.