depends on what you are lokking for. there are two processes in teh body anabolic and catabolic. i weight lift so i always want anabolic and i consume 4,000 cals and 160+ grams of protien. a maintaniace dose of cals you would base on your BMR
Average adult mail needs from 2800 (clerks) to 3400 (hard workers) calories per day depending on way of life. Aged mail needs about 2000 calories per day.
The number of calories per day for an adult male is approximately about 1000. Multiply the body weight by 10. Add double the body weight to this value.
The amount of caloric intake needed for an individual depends on age, the amount of activity they partake in on a daily basis, a resting metabolism. However, as a general rule of thumb adult males need 2500 calories per day.