please help

[4linked]

im currently trying to better figure out my diet. im trying to use the harris benedict formula. when trying to figure out how active I am does that include lifting or if you didn't work out. the job I have at work is very laid back but 5 nights a week I hit the gym really hard for about an hour. Friday I just do abs and cardio

[austinite]

Yes, technically your TDEE involves every single calorie burned. Whether it's from lifting, cardio, sitting down... whatever. That's why we call it an ESTIMATED TDEE. Unless you carry some sort of calorie burn counter on you (which even that is not going to be 100%), you'll have to deal with some trial and error. I used LBM x 15 to when I started counting calories to get my TDEE and that is a good start for just about anyone.

[4linked]

thank you for the reply austenite I appreciate it.im just trying to get my diet better in check

[krugerr]

thank you for the reply austenite I appreciate it.im just trying to get my diet better in check

Use the Harris-Benedict forumla, and the LBM x15. They should be around the same ballpark unless you are extremely active.

When you've figured it out, do you need further help with your diet? Post it up along with your stats