Treadmills can be an excellent tool for getting the miles in during your marathon training; in this post, we look at the best treadmills for marathon training.
While most runners prefer to get outdoors, sometimes it’s simply not that easy. Weather, temperature, and time constraints can make it impractical to go outside – so naturally runners look for other options.
Having a treadmill in the garage or basement can allow you to train efficiently at home, without having to take the extra steps required to train outdoors or at the gym.
A treadmill can also help you train effectively – while following a training plan – such as for a half marathon or full marathon, you will have specific miles and paces to hit.
How better to follow this plan than by measuring these metrics precisely on a treadmill?
I’ve spent a lot of time on treadmills (I once did an 8-hr treadmill run) – whether it’s due to poor weather outside, travelling, or just trying to squeeze in a quick run – treadmill running can be an awesome tool for any distance runners-in-training.
Best Treadmills for Marathon Training
Here’s my run-down of some of the best treadmill options for marathon training.
Bestseller No. 1
Folding Treadmill Mute Running Jogging Machine Motorised Multifunctional 3.0HP to 1-6 km/h up to 130kg LED Display Speakers Sturdy Durable for Home/Office
- 【Solid Durability Machine】 Treadmill uses the highest quality motor, which can effectively extend the life of the treadmill. The frame part is made of thickened steel pipe, which has higher resistance. Non-slip armrests are safer and more reliable, keeping you happy during your workout.
- 【Keeping Your Body Healthy】 Knee ankle protection ,a good size for walking/jogging/running,good cushioning for your ankle, back and knee joints,the protection for knees and ankles can make your exercise more safety, keeping your body healthy to get the weight off.
- 【Safe Design】Magnetic levitation design protects your knees and offers better exercise experience. The safety key connects you and the workout equipment for any emergency stop. Our treadmill also features an anti-skid running belt, emergency stop button, and handrails with auto-detection of heart rate.
- 【Portable+Slient】 The ultra-thin Walking machine is easy to store and saves space in your home thanks to the transport wheels. This treadmill is perfect for the office and home. The motor and the silent belt allow you to exercise without disturbing your colleagues or family.
- 【Easy Assembly & Space Saver Design】Finish assembling or folding the treadmill in 2 minutes! The treadmill built in wheels and comes with compact design, which means you can move it to limited space for storage without hassle.
Bestseller No. 2
Buyer Empire Treadmill Motorised Running Belt Machine Digital Folding Incline Running and Walking Exercise Fitness Machine with LED Display Easy Control Home Gym (White) (Black)
- This Treadmill is a good choice for workout at home.With this treadmill, your home becomes an ideal gym for you to stay in shape.Stay motivated during your workout by listening to your favorite playlist while running through the built-in speakers.
- A powerful HOME MOTOR continuously output to support more than 40 minutes of running and walking at any time. Meanwhile, it bring a QUIET experience while using.
- Features with LED display, this treadmill provides better watching experience. It shows Speed, Time, Distance, Calories and Heart rate. Anti-slip lawn texture rubber 1.4mm wide grass running belt provides more comfortable and more stable gym workout experience.
- Premium vacuum DC motor reduces noise while running indoor and fitted base rolling wheels on the treadmill underside provide easy and simple transport that protect your floors.
- Space Saving Design Folding treadmill design saves valuable space in your home when you need it most and leaves a small footprint and roll it out of the way with the built-in base transport wheels.
Bestseller No. 3
Treadmills for Home Foldable, Ideal Treadmill Running Machine, Silent | Space Saving | Folding Treadmill for Home Use | Gym Equipment | LCD Display | Running Machine
- ♥ Great Treadmills for Home: Our Newest treadmills for home foldable will provide a perfect solution for you. Great treadmills for home exercising, you can be walking, jogging or running at home or in your personal office.
- ♥ LCD Display: While running on folding treadmill, Tracks all necessary performance statistics with LCD Display , which includes speed, time, distance, calories. and the treadmill running machine can be set to count down mode, which can count down time, distance, and calories. Speed: 1-10km/h
- ♥ Foldable & Easy Storage: The electric treadmill was designed for home and office. The floor area is only 0.5 SQUARE Meters after folding, which can save the space at home or office and time to go to gym to keep fit. The innovative folding system works with hydraulic bolts and allows the treadmill to be easily and quickly clipped up and stowed away.
- ♥ 2 Models & Emergency Protection: The treadmill running machine has ordinary model and Bluetooth model(can play music). The folding treadmill has a magnetic emergency stop switch, which must be connected to the treadmill when using it. The emergency stop switch can help you to stop in case that you fall down on the running belt ,Knee & ankle protection, make your exercise more safety, keeping your body healthy.
- ♥ Product Dimensions: Power supply: 110V/220V; Style: ordinary model and Bluetooth model; Maximum load: 130kg / 286 pounds;Product folded size: 120*56*18cm; Product unfolded size: 120*56*110cm; Effective running area: 100*40cm; Motor peak power: 3.5HP; Speed: 1-10km/h; Gross weight: 24kg. treadmills for home treadmill running machine folding treadmill electric treadmill folding treadmill for home use
SaleBestseller No. 4
Dripex Under-Desk Treadmill with Remote Control, 1-6KM/H Adjustable Speed Running Machine, 500W Motor, LCD Screen, Stand Upright for Easy Storage, Perfect Walking Pad for Home & Office Working
- 【Walking While Working】The treadmill comes fully assembled, all you need to do is take it our of the box and plug and start your workouts. With a slim design, it can also be used as a under-desk walking pad in the office. It lies flat under your standing deck, which allows you to walk when working and helps to achieve more movement throughout your workday.
- 【Durable & Solid Construction】Built with a powerful and quiet brushless 500W motor, and frames are made of high quality steel, this walking machine has a maximum weight capacity of 100kgs and provide a speed range from 1 to 6 km/h.
- 【Shock Absorption Running Belt & LED Screen】Anti-slip multi-layer running belt provides cushioning for ankle, back and knee joints, which gives you excellent experience of walking or running. Big LED screen display real-time speed, time, distance and calories burned for your workout activity.
- 【Quick & Simply Speed Adjustment with Remote & App】Come with a portable remote control, you can easily and quickly turn on/off the treadmill and increase/decrease the speed by simply pressing the the button on the remote control. You can also use App to adjust the speed via Bluetooth connection. The app is available for iOS and Android devices, such as phones and tablets.
- 【Compact Design, Easy to Move, Perfect for Small Spaces】This treadmill can stand and be stored upright in a corner with a small foot print of 58cm x 15cm, which saves up to 85% space. It also fits easily under the sofa or bed with a maximum thickness of 15cm, making it perfect for room or apartment with limited space. Equipped with two transportation wheels at the front, and weighing 31.5 kgs, this treadmill can be lifted and moved around from room to room.
Bestseller No. 5
Sportstech F10 treadmill model 2020 - German Quality Brand + Video Events & Multiplayer App - NEW console - | 1HP to 10 km/h | running machine with 13 programs, incline + foldable
- ✅ 𝗤𝗨𝗜𝗘𝗧: Less-noise and durable 1HP DC motor (under 68 dB) for speed up to 10 km/h – optimized for walking and running training – max. user weight: 120 KG
- ✅ 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗩𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗢𝗦, 𝗖𝗢𝗔𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗚 & 𝗠𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗜𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗠𝗢𝗗𝗘: With KINOMAP and Sportstech you start your Next Generation Training now. Experience Home Fitness 2.0 with the app-compatible multimedia console and the practical tablet holder!
- ✅ 𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗧-𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗟𝗘: 5 layered special developed High-Tech running surface with extra side treads for more safety
- ✅ 𝗦𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗧: LCD display with blue backlight and displaying of: time, distance, speed, calories, pulse – 12 preprogramed programs with different insensitivity + 1 user based program
- ✅ 𝗣𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗟: transport wheel + fast folding system for easy storage – weight (with carton/without): 29 KG / 27 KG – dimensions (general/folded): 1240x620x1340mm / 550x620x1340mm - Note: NO ISLAND DELIVERY !
Which features are important to you when looking for a treadmill? Which model are you currently checking out? Anything to recommend to me – what do you think the best treadmills for marathon training are?
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Thomas Watson
Thomas Watson is an ultra-runner, UESCA-certified running coach, and the founder of MarathonHandbook.com. His work has been featured in Runner's World, Livestrong.com, MapMyRun, and many other running publications. He likes running interesting races and good beer. More at his bio.
Wim Groenendijk says
I’m in training for a 50k marathon later this year. Thanks for the advice using the treadmill to increase my milage!