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If a kg is a kg despite fluid or mass, then why do they say muscle weighs more than far and the scales are higher after you work,out than if you didnt?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

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You are right: You are right in saying that a kilogram of fat would weigh the same as a kilogram of muscle. The point that is being made usually is that if you initiate a muscle building exercise program, it is not always associated with weight loss because of the gain in muscle mass that may occur.

Answered 6/23/2016

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A member asked:

If a kg is a kg despite fluid or mass, then why do they say muscle weighs more than far and the scales are higher after you work,out than if you didnt?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Edward Hellman answered

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