10 Questions with Jorge Cruise about The 12-Second Sequence™ 1. What is the 12-Second Sequence™ and how does it work? The 12-Second Sequence™ is a breakthrough new method to lose belly fat with resistance training. It uniquely combines two proven resistance techniques--slow cadence lifting and static contraction--to create my trademark method: Controlled Tension™. My team and I spent years developing this method that dramatically reduces the average workout time. In just twenty minutes, you will get the equivalent of a two-hour workout. How is this possible? Well, Controlled Tension™ fatigues your muscle tissue faster than any other program available; when you create muscle fatigue, you are on your way to building new fat-burning lean muscle tissue, which is critical to sculpting and toning your body--and getting rid of that dreaded belly fat! With the 12-Second Sequence™, you will see your waist shrink in two weeks. Plus, if you commit to the entire 8 weeks of the program, you will see your best body ever.
The plan consists of two 20-minute workouts per week. Those 20-minute workouts are made up of three circuits of four exercise moves, for a total of 12 moves per workout day. You'll do 4 reps per move. Each move should take you 90 seconds and each circuit should take you 6 minutes, for a total of 18 minutes. I've thrown in 2 minutes of transition time for you.
2. Why is lean muscle tissue so crucial for weight loss? Lean muscle tissue is the most metabolically active tissue on your body. Because it needs energy just to operate, it burns calories constantly--even when you’re doing nothing at all. This means that the more lean muscle tissue you have on your body, the more fat you burn every day. Plus, lean muscle is much more compact than fat so it actually makes you appear slimmer, and it's what gives you great tone and definition.
3. Can you really burn up to 20 percent more calories every day? How does that work? Yes. Using the average woman as an example, I will show you how it works. A woman who’s 5'4", 160 pounds, naturally burns about 1,800 calories a day. When you strength train twice a week with the 12-Second Sequence™, you burn 200 calories during each workout, already burning an extra 400 calories. Plus, when you strength train you create after-burn, which is the energy your body uses to return itself to a "resting state." This energy burns an additional 400 calories each week.
Now, for the most powerful calorie-burning element—lean muscle tissue. When you add five pounds of lean muscle tissue to your body with the incredibly effective 12-Second Sequence™ workouts , you increase your calories burned each day by 250--that’s 1,750 more calories burned each week! Here's a quick overview of how it all breaks down:
400 calories (from the workout)
400 calories (from the after-burn)
+ 1,750 calories (from lean muscle tissue)
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2,550 additional calories burned each week! = 20%
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“Here’s the big secret laid bare . . . you can’t lose weight without building muscle, so follow Jorge’s recommendations.”
—Dr. Mehmet Oz, author of
YOU: On a Diet“Regular physical activity is crucial for weight control and vital for health. But fitting it into our hectic daily routines can seem nearly impossible—until you get some guidance from Jorge Cruise! Jorge is the master of maximum benefit from exercise in minimal time. Read Jorge’s latest insights and empowering strategies, and you will discover there
is time in your life for exercise and its powerful benefits—no heavy lifting required!”
—David L. Katz, M.D., M.P.H., F.A.C.P.M., F.A.C.P., associate professor adjunct; public health director, Prevention Research Center Yale University School of Medicine; medical consultant, ABC News
“Jorge is the embodiment of his own program. This book tells you how to achieve the same results—really great!”
—Suzanne Somers, #1 New York Times bestselling author of most recently
Ageless: The Naked Truth About Bioidentical Hormones“Jorge Cruise’s new program will revolutionize how you work out and stay fit. His plan is amazing.”
—Cathleen Black, president, Hearst Magazines, publisher of
Cosmopolitan, Good Housekeeping, Harper’s Bazaar, O, the Oprah Magazine, among others
“Who knew 12 seconds could make such a difference? Jorge Cruise defines how to maximize results in a short amount of time—which is invaluable in this fast-paced world. With traditional strength training, there are reps. With Jorge’s program, there are
REPS ! With this technique, you can shape your body faster than you ever thought possible.”
—Kathy Smith, fitness expert and author of
Feed Muscle, Shrink Fat“I agree with Jorge wholeheartedly. Along with a sound eating plan, strength training is the key to overall health improvement. And, as the saying goes, ‘Slow and steady wins the race!’ ”
—Frederick Hahn, celebrity trainer, author, and owner of Serious Strength NYC
“Jorge Cruise has done it again! Long at the forefront of teaching people how to live healthy lives, his new book shows you how to exercise effectively, safely, and efficiently. A great guide to a healthier you!”
—John Robbins, author of
Healthy at 100 and the internationally acclaimed bestseller
Diet for a New America“I think the 12-Second Sequence™ workout for 20 minutes twice a week in conjunction with the dietary suggestions is the best and most productive way for busy people to get into shape and stay that way. There is no way people could become bored and lose interest in 20 minutes. It reminds me of the commercial quote, ‘So easy a caveman could do it.’ ”
—Dale Eustace, Ph.D., professor of cereal technology, Kansas State University
“In this chaotic world where dozens of new diet and exercise books seem to pop up every year, it’s all too easy to get confused and to give up hope. This book clearly details the ‘basics’ that should form the foundation to any healthy lifestyle. Read the first few pages and you’ll soon discover that you can have the body you’ve always dreamed of in half the usual time. The 12-Second Sequence™ should be devoured by anyone seeking
a common-sense approach to living a great life in a great body.”
—Christopher Guerriero, founder of MaximizeYourMetabolism.com and host of
The Energy Factor health television show
“The 12-Second Sequence™ works. You’ll love the results: boosting your metabolism, increasing your stamina, and easily fitting into your jeans again.”
—Lucy Beale, author of
The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Glycemic Index Weight Loss“Like me, Jorge Cruise practices what he preaches.”
—Jack La Lanne, godfather of fitness and coauthor of
Fiscal Fitness: 8 Steps to Wealth & Health from America’s Leaders of Fitness and Finance“Jorge knows what he’s talking about. Follow his book—lose the weight.”
—Chris Robinson, fitness expert and author of
The Core Connection“Jorge continues to inspire and make losing weight fun and part of your life forever.”
—Mariel Hemingway, author of
Healthy Living from the Inside Out
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