Hey chillin, your answer has helped me like you can not believe. I am making a program for my Gf and I did want to start until I had an exact answer.
You are welcome.
The BMR "can be" generally lower for females than males--dependent (of course on the females weight/hgt combination, etc). I got your PM, and if want we can discuss her particulars, and get her started.
Best wishes
Chillen