Update 16 - Getting Whipped into Shape - The Power of Muscle (?)

I've often heard that increased muscle mass = increased metabolism. 

The past few weeks have been a double whammy -  slacking on cardio while over-indulging in sugar.   Miracle of miracles, I haven't gained weight.   Could it be I've packed on enough muscle to actually make a difference?

Even if that were the case, it's just one piece of the puzzle.  My math could be skewed, but it seems like every missed 600+ calorie-burning cardio session, combined with a dessert or two, equates to an extra net 1,000 calories a day - or 2 pounds a week!  Things can start to get ugly fast.

I decided to make time for a session with Andrea this Friday.  Starting to sweat already...