Muscle increases metabolism?

jesslo800
jesslo800 Posts: 14
in Health and Weight Loss
I keep hearing 'muscle increases metabolism' what exactly does this mean?
I know the more you weigh the more you burn from any activity,is that what this refers to? Do the few extra pounds really make a difference?

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  • shabaity
    shabaity Posts: 792 Member
    Per lb it takes more energy to just keep muscle going than fat, it also takes up less space.
  • Mr_Knight
    Mr_Knight Posts: 9,532 Member
    Yes, but it is a very small effect, on the order of 6 calories per (extra) pound.
  • Kalikel
    Kalikel Posts: 9,603 Member
    People use the word "metabolism" in different ways, usually they mean "how fast you lose weight." Muscle does have an effect, but not a huge one. It's good to use them, though!! :)

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