Magnification in standard mirrors?

Question

in a standard, run of the mill mirror, is there any magnification that would make you look bigger? I've noticed when I looked in the mirror I feel like I look bigger than I feel muscle-wise. I wasn't sure what the deal was.

Answer 1

Your reflection in a standard, flat mirror is half-sized, but generally true to scale.  You may in fact be better-muscled than you feel you are, especially if you have been comparing yourself to guys that are taller and heavier.