Chapter 8.3, Problem 8.1TI

Estimate your energy requirement based on your current age, weight, height, and activity level.

Physical Activity (PA) Factors for EER Equations

	Men	Women	Physical Activity
Sedentary	1.0	1.0	Typical daily living activities
Low active	1.11	1.12	plus 30–60 min moderate activity
Active	1.25	1.27	plus $ 60 min moderate activity
Very active	1.48	1.45	plus $ 60 min moderate activity and 60 min vigorous or 120 min moderate activity

NOTE: Moderate activity is equivalent to walking at 3 to 4½ mph.