TDEE for weight loss

[krugerr]

I think the OP was asking whether he should calculate his TDEE based on current bodyweight or his target/goal bodyweight. At least that's how I read it. Obviously, the answer is CURRENT bodyweight.

Although, calculating on the weight you wish to be would amount to TDEE+/- 400 until it was reached? Unless that goal were too far and the deficit or excess was too large?

[gbrice75]

Although, calculating on the weight you wish to be would amount to TDEE+/- 400 until it was reached? Unless that goal were too far and the deficit or excess was too large?

Not sure I understand this question either, lol!

Calculating using anything other than current body weight will yield inaccurate numbers to work with. Sure if the goal was just to add/lose a few lbs, your example makes sense, but what would be the point? Usually, the goal is more than a few lbs. for most people. With that said, TDEE should be recalculated every so often as body composition changes.