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Calorie Calculator for Weight Gain

Intake to hit a weekly gain goal.

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Try: TDEE=2200, Weekly gain=0.4 → 2,200 kcal, 0.4 kg, 440 kcal, 2,640 kcal

How to use

For lean gain, add a modest surplus above TDEE. This returns the daily intake from your weekly target (7,700 kcal per kg).

Formula

Intake = TDEE + weekly gain × 7700 / 7

FAQ

How slow should gain be?

0.25–0.5 kg/week limits fat gain while building muscle.

Surplus not working?

Small bodies need only small surpluses; track and adjust.

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