For a sedentary guy (that's code for someone who spends most of their day on the couch), the recommended calorie intake is around 1,900-2,400 calories per day. If you're moderately active (think light exercise/sports 1-3 days a week), that number jumps up to 2,000-2,400 calories per day. And if you're super active (think heavy exercise/sports 6-7 days a week), you can get away with a whopping 2,400-3,000 calories per day.
Now, you might be wondering, what exactly counts as exercise? Well, let's just say that playing video games for 12 hours straight doesn't quite cut it. But seriously, activities like walking, jogging, cycling, and weightlifting all count towards your daily calorie burn. And if you're one of those crazy people who enjoys running marathons or competing in triathlons, you'll need even more calories to keep your energy up.
