You can accomplish this goal by eating 500 to 1,000 fewer calories daily, increasing your calorie expenditure by the same amount or employing a combination of these two weight loss strategies. (healthyeating.sfgate.com)
The bigger the muscles, the more energy they require for proper functioning, resulting in increased calorie expenditure. (fitnessandpower.com)
The larger the muscles, the more energy they need to function, which simply translates into increased calorie expenditure. (fitnessandpower.com)