The Horizon 7.4 AT, a part of Horizon’s “Studio Series,” is a mid-level treadmill and one of their most popular models. It has a robust frame, a 3.5 CHP motor, and excellent features and usefulness.
This durable treadmill has speakers, fans, and a screen that displays your metrics. It’s not high-tech, but it’s a beautiful home training accessory.
The Horizon Fitness 7.4 AT suits runners, walkers, hikers, or anybody looking to improve their fitness. This machine is ideal for people of all fitness levels.
It is a good option for people who wish to watch lessons while running. It’s also shockingly affordable for the quality you receive, another of Horizon’s renowned benefits.
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The Horizon 7.4 AT has considerable running space, a quiet yet strong engine, and a light folding mechanism, and it works with various exercise apps. Even though it takes up a lot of room, it will keep you going.
Horizon 7.4 AT Treadmill Construction
The 7.4 AT treadmill Horizon has a steel frame and weighs 318 pounds. The quiet treadmill is sturdy and feels solid even at high speeds. When assembled, horizon 7.4 AT treadmill dimensions are 76″ x 37″ x 63″.
Thanks to Bluetooth, you may use this treadmill with numerous running applications. The console’s design is not as intuitive as others. But it works, and the digital bottom boxes provide exercise information as you go.
Horizon 7.4 AT folding treadmill folds into a V when not in use, reducing its size to 42″L x 37″ W x 71″H, saving you space.
Its tapered rollers are 2.4 inches and 1.8 inches.
Motor
The 3.5 horsepower continuous-duty motor and 22″W x 60″L deck give lots of power and area.
The motor is equipped with Horizon’s ingenious Rapid Sync Technology, enabling it to speed up and slow down faster than a regular treadmill.
Bigger belt rollers employed for improved performance are especially beneficial for a lifetime since the treadmill maintains the same peak speed of 12 mph and maximum inclination of 15 percent.
The Horizon Treadmill 7.4 AT has a quiet motor, and the belt makes more noise when walking or running. So walking is more silent than running and doesn’t make much difference with the incline.
The excellent motor mechanism allows the machine to run smoothly at any gradient and can be utilized well for interval training.
Speed & Incline
Horizon 7.4 AT has a speed range of 0 to a maximum of 12 mph and an incline of 0% to 15%.
The 15% gradient is enough to work your glutes and hamstrings when doing hard hill training. The slope range also offers various training variables at different incline levels.
The QuickDial Controls, located on the treadmill’s grips, are accessible for the users to roll up or down with their thumbs. They are an excellent feature that makes adjusting the elevation and speed of the machine much more uncomplicated. These dials seem more natural and responsive than the console’s touch buttons.
The QuickDial controls and manual speed changes are smooth and have minimal jerkiness.
The speed & incline, along with QuickDial controls, make it ideal for streaming exercise courses, decreasing joint injuries, sprinting, and walking. The 7.4 AT boasts large rollers that reduce belt tension, enabling smooth glide and excellent interval training.
Console & Display
The Horizon 7.4 AT has two screens to track time, calories, distance, and more.
This treadmill’s top LCD screen is only 8.25″ compared to other alternatives. The full screen gives information similar to the digital bottom boxes. A tablet on a higher shelf blocks the LCD screen, so you can only view your metrics through the bottom boxes. Two display panels are unnecessary, but it works.
This combination of features makes the Horizon 7.4 AT an excellent treadmill for rigorous training or leisurely strolling. You may use your favorite app with the 7.4 AT to train in any way.
For those seeking a high-tech and engaging display, the Horizon 7.4 AT falls short.
Easy to Fold
The FeatherLight Folding Mechanism is a simple folding and unlocking mechanism with robust safety features.
To fold this treadmill, push your foot on the release bar. It won’t unlatch and fall on kids or pets.
The deck locks vertically in a V-shape when not in use. Unlocking is also simple by using a foot release on the deck. A hydraulic release mechanism softly lowers the deck to the floor, preventing a sudden drop.
But we still can’t move it much due to its weight of 318 lbs.
Running Track
The 7.4 AT’s 22″W x 60″L running surface is spacious. It gives plenty of room for walking or running and supports most users’ strides. The deck is 9″ from the floor and has side rails for a safe step-off.
Three zones of variable response cushioning give different amounts of shock absorption in three other areas of the running surface that vary from runner to runner, depending on the stride length.
The cushioning decreases impact by 30% compared to road jogging, which is tremendous! The 7.4 AT’s cushioned feel is impressive.
You may also avoid injuries with the ortho-lite belt’s gentle feel. The 7.4 AT is a beautiful alternative for walkers because of the extra cushioning for people with joint troubles or mobility concerns. Indoor walking on a cushioned floor may assist in improving general mobility.
Preset Programs
Horizon 7.4 AT comes with ten pre-loaded applications.
- 5K
- Calorie
- Custom
- Custom HR
- Distance
- Fat Burn
- Heart Rate
- Hill Climb
- Manual
- Sprint 8
The pre-installed Sprint 8 program is a patented high-intensity interval training (HIIT) developed by Johnson Health Tech, the parent company of Horizon Fitness.
The Sprint 8 program is widely used and a successful runner’s training program. The preset program feature enables users to choose their interval rates for convenient interval training making the Horizon 7.4 AT an excellent choice for HIIT or other interval training.
Weight & Weighing Capacity
The weight capacity of the Horizon 7.4 AT is 350 pounds, and its weight is 318 pounds. Few treadmills are in this price range with much less difference between the weight and capacity. The treadmill is that much more stable and robust.
Innovation
The Horizon 7.4 AT uses Bluetooth to sync with other applications. Like Peloton or Zwift, your favorite subscription app can sync with the Horizon 7.4 AT to show stats on your tablet.
Bluetooth Audio lets you connect your phone to the treadmill and listen to music or podcasts. Horizon offers an HR chest strap with the 7.4AT for tracking and training your heart rate.
Horizon connects to the famous Zwift jogging app. With this software, you may compete in a virtual race with other runners. The live community makes your runs more exciting. Horizon is one of the few treadmill manufacturers that supports Zwift.
This treadmill’s app compatibility is one of its most significant advantages. For example, using the tablet holder, you’ll earn discounts on workout apps like Studio, Aaptiv, and Daily Burn.
This treadmill was designed to work with third-party workout applications mainly.
Rather than limiting users to a specific set of programming, this can incorporate a wide variety of online training programs, such as Studio, Daily Burn, Aaptiv, and Treo, into a single device.
Important Features
Horizon Fitness provides a Bluetooth wireless chest strap as part of the purchase to track your heart rate during your interval runs.
This treadmill has a Bluetooth connection for streaming. You may play your exercise music via the speakers of this treadmill.
Both console sides include huge storage compartments for carrying a phone, keys, water bottles, or other objects.
You may charge your smartphone with the USB connector on this tread.
A single fan is also included with the treadmill, positioned at the bottom of the control panel.
Price
The Horizon 7.4 AT treadmill price is $1,598, competitive enough for a treadmill of this caliber and quality.
Drawbacks
- For app integration, you need to invest in an iPad or tablet.
- The 8.25-inch LCD screen is not a touchscreen and is small compared to the competition.
- Exceptionally few pre-programmed routines.
Warranty
The Horizon 7.4 AT has a lifetime frame warranty, a lifetime motor warranty, a 5-year parts warranty, and a 2-year labor warranty.
You get a further warranty boost at $199.99 for 5 years in labor and parts.
There is also a 30 days guarantee within which you can return the treadmill for a full refund if you don’t like it.
Conclusion
Horizon Fitness 7.4 AT studio series treadmill is an excellent treadmill in terms of build quality, price, and third-party apps. Though it does lack a touch screen and several preset programs, I feel it is a good choice for serious running.
FAQs
How do you move a Horizon 7.4 treadmill?
To move a Horizon 7.4 treadmill, you need to follow these steps:
– Fold the treadmill deck into the upright position and make sure it is securely latched.
– Firmly grasp the handlebars, tilt the treadmill back, and roll it to the desired location.
– Unfold the treadmill deck carefully and lower it to the ground.
