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January 1, 2020 by  
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Helix H1000 Touch Aerobic Lateral Trainer

Helix H1000 Touch Home Lateral Trainer (with LCD touchscreen console)

Rated 4.6 Stars

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The new Helix H1000 Touch Aerobic Lateral Trainer is the lowest priced lateral trainer from Helix for residential use. This is the first touchscreen model, and a great improvement over the previous model. A lateral trainer moves side to side, instead of front to back like a traditional elliptical. A lateral trainer can tone your core muscles, your butt plus inner and outer thighs, areas often missed by other exercise equipment.

A lateral trainer can burn fat and also give you an excellent aerobic workout. Lateral training is excellent for training athletes such as skiers, golfers, snow boarders, and tennis players. Most aerobic trainers simply work the front of the thighs (quads) and the back of the legs (hamstrings), but the Helix also simultaneously works the inner and outer thighs and glutes. Lateral trainers are low impact and easy on the knees. The H1000 has pulse grips in the handles and is Polar™ wireless compatible, to monitor your heartrate.


Helix H1000 Touch Features:

Helix H1000 Touch Lateral Trainer Console

Helix H1000 Touch Console

The H1000 Touch model is ideal for your home gym and for fitness enthusiasts of any skill level who want a low impact aerobic workout. This Helix Lateral Trainer uses 20 levels of Flywheel Magnetic ECB (Eddy Current Brake) resistance. ECB technology has the advantage of no friction, reliability, little to no maintenance costs, and quiet operation. ECB is usually only found on higher end elliptical trainers and is the best form of resistance for these machines. Features a 22lb. flywheel.

The touchscreen console includes 11 Programs including Random w/ Infinite Variations. The 8.5-inch Touch LCD console is powered by plugging your H1000 into an electrical outlet. LCD Metrics: Time, RPM, Distance, Calories, Resistance Level, HR, Segment Time, Program. Grip heart monitor.


Maximum User Weight Capacity: Up to 300 pounds.
Lateral Trainer Warranty: 2 years (parts), 1 year (labor)
Dimensions: 36 inches long x 42 inches wide (162.2 lbs.)


Smart-Review Commentary: The new Helix H1000 Touch Lateral Trainer is a top rated residential lateral trainer. The H1000 Touch is the first model with a touchscreen. This latest model has a maximum user weight to 300 lbs. Features include has 20 levels of magnetic resistance, flywheel for smoother motion, and 11 programs. Programs include: Manual, Random, Simple Intervals, Valley, Rolling, Mountain, Helix Intervals, Ramp Intervals, Pyramid Intervals, HIIT Intervals and HRC. A lateral trainer is far different from a normal elliptical, and will tone more muscle groups, more effectively. You will also get a terrific aerobic workout, burn fat.

Lateral trainers are easier on your knees than other types of aerobic trainers. Reviewers have commented that this model is easy on the knees, runs quiet, and that the pedal movements are smooth and fluid. The Helix has a small footprint to fit in smaller rooms. You can monitor heart rate by handle sensors, or the optional Polar Telemetry. Helix is the leader in residential lateral trainers for the home. See our video (below) which shows a demonstration of how a lateral trainer works. The H1000 Touch is not only a Smart-Review Top Pick, but has won our BEST of 2019 Award for best home lateral trainer.


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    Lateral Trainer Features

  • Magnetic ECB Resistance
  • 20 Resistance Levels
  • 11 Programs
  • Small Footprint
  • Touchscreen LCD Console
  • Maximum user weight limit: 300 lbs.
  • Water bottle holder
  • Residential Model
  • Grip Heart Monitor
  • Polar™ Compatible
  • Lateral Motion

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