Not necessarily. Pound for pound muscle and fat obviously weigh the same. The difference is density.
- One pound of muscle is going to take up much less space than one pound of fat.
Your fist may represent one pound of muscle while a bag of marshmallows represents one pound of fat. However, it is not that easy to pack on pounds of muscle. It can take weeks of regular intense strength training to gain even a pound of muscle. In a year’s time, some body builders with favorable genetics and outstanding nutrition may only put on 6 – 8 pounds of muscle.
The likelihood that you are gaining pounds of muscle is slim. The best way to determine the amount of fat and muscle on your body is to have a body composition assessment done, and then repeat it again in 6 – 12 weeks to compare your improvements.
You may have unconsciously started to eat more since you began exercising. You may want to check with your Wellness Coach and have them review your Meal Plan if you are not currently losing weight.