Does Muscle Really Weigh More Than Fat?

Does Muscle Really Weigh More Than Fat?

Medically reviewed by Oluseun Olufade, MDOlha Danylenko / Getty ImagesMuscle and fat weigh the same in pounds. The key difference is not in weight, but in density. Muscle is denser than fat, taking up less space in a body. A very muscular person will therefore look leaner than a person who weighs the same but has a higher body fat percentage.Jump to Key Takeaways.Comparing the Weight of Muscle vs. FatIt's a common misconception that muscle weigh…