1. What is Calories Deficit?

A calorie deficit occurs when you consume fewer calories than your body expends, including both basal metabolic rate and physical activity like walking. This deficit forces your body to use stored fat for energy, leading to weight loss.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the deficit formula:

Where:

• \( TDEE \) — Total Daily Energy Expenditure (kcal/day)
• \( intake \) — Daily calorie consumption (kcal/day)
• \( calories\ burned\ walking \) — Additional calories burned through walking (kcal)

Explanation: The equation accounts for your body's total energy needs minus what you consume, plus any additional calories burned through walking.

3. Importance of Calorie Deficit

Details: Maintaining a proper calorie deficit is fundamental for healthy weight loss. A deficit of 500 kcal/day typically leads to about 1 pound (0.45 kg) of weight loss per week.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your TDEE (use a TDEE calculator if unknown), daily calorie intake, and calories burned walking (use a walking calorie calculator if needed). All values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's a safe calorie deficit for weight loss?
A: Generally 500-1000 kcal/day deficit is safe, leading to 1-2 pounds of weight loss per week.

Q2: How accurate are walking calorie estimates?
A: Estimates vary based on weight, speed, and terrain. Wearable trackers provide more personalized estimates.

Q3: Should I eat back calories burned walking?
A: For weight loss, it's generally recommended not to eat back all exercise calories to maintain a deficit.

Q4: How can I increase my calorie deficit?
A: Through a combination of reduced calorie intake and increased physical activity like walking.

Q5: Is walking enough for weight loss?
A: Walking can contribute significantly when combined with proper diet, though adding strength training may improve results.