TDEE of 2,400Calories: Maintenance, Loss & Gain Plans
A Total Daily Energy Expenditure of 2,400 calories means your body burns this amount on an average day. Eating at this level maintains your current weight. The typical US adult TDEE ranges from 1,800 to 2,500 calories/day.
Calorie Targets by Goal
Maintenance
2,400 cal
Conservative Loss (−250)
2,150 cal
Moderate Loss (−500)
1,900 cal
Aggressive Loss (−750)
1,650 cal
Lean Bulk (+250)
2,650 cal
Bulk (+500)
2,900 cal
Macro Breakdown at 2,400 Calories (30/40/30)
Protein (30%)
180g
Carbs (40%)
240g
Fat (30%)
80g
A 30/40/30 split is a common performance-focused ratio. A weight-loss focused diet may use 35% protein, 35% carbs, 30% fat.
A TDEE of 2,400 calories suggests a moderately to very active adult exercising 3–5 days/week.
Sample meal distribution at 2,400 calories: breakfast 600 cal, lunch 720 cal, dinner 720 cal, snacks 360 cal.