Resting Metabolic Rate Testing

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Another question Ellington.

On pages 20 - 23 of Bigger Muscles in 42 Days you talk about getting your two subjects RMR tested. Do you think this added value to your calorie calculations and their successes? I have the opportunity to get my RMR tested but it’s quite expensive and I’m not sure it’s worth it.

Thanks,

Jeff

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Jeff, Do the tests. You’ll get some interesting data.

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Hi Ell,

At a height of 5’ 9 1/4” and a fasted weight of 196 1/4 lbs (in gym clothes - usually 191 3/4 after elimination in the morning), my resting metabolic rate came out at 1772 calories per day.

I’d like to drop to around 10% bodyfat or less (currently 12.4%) so I’ve dropped my intake to 1800 calories a day, plus an additional 400 calories on training days.

I’ve invested in some smart scales so have been doing this to the gram / calorie)!

I’ll keep you posted.

Thanks,

Jeff