Have you heard that muscle weighs more than fat? Let's break down what this common fitness claim actually means.
A kilogram is always a kilogram, but muscle is denser than fat. One kilogram of muscle takes up far less space than one kilogram of fat. This explains why you might look leaner and more toned, even as the scale shows a higher number.
Why is muscle denser?
Muscle tissue is primarily composed of proteins and water, which are heavier per volume than the triglycerides that make up most fat cells.
Want to dive deeper into muscles?
The November issue of Santé magazine covers everything you need to know, starting on page 52.
