Best Treadmill Fans (+ treadmills with fans)

While working out on the treadmill you should always be mindful of your health and performance. Using fans for treadmill exercise can not only help you combat the discomfort of running, but also the dangers posed by warm environments and intense workouts. Without adequate cooling you may encounter these problems:

• Excessive heat and moisture can put a strain on endurance and output during exercise.
• Dehydration and loss of water from the body reducing the efficiency of workouts.
• Over-hydration to combat thirst can flush out electrolytes and minerals. Too much water consumption can cause sodium levels to drop and swell up body cells, which in rare cases is fatal in the brain. This may also lead to cramps and hinder muscle recovery.

Most fans are multi-purpose rather than designed specifically for treadmills. But they should come with certain qualities that are optimal for running. The most important criteria to determine the best treadmill fans included power and air circulation control, quietness, grip/sturdiness, and accessibility. We’ve selected some of the best choices for different preferences and budgets so there’s something for everyone. However, for most convenience, you might want to consider a treadmill with built-in fans. So, if you’re in the market for an upgrade then stick around until the end for our top recommendations.

best treadmill fans – Our top picks

AMACOOL’s 10000mAh 7 inch Battery Operated Clip on Fan Rotatable USB Fan gives runners the best experience for a reasonable price. This treadmill fan can be used for a range of different activities as it is portable and long lasting. The fan is both battery and USB powered so if your electric treadmill has a port you shouldn’t need to keep recharging it.

The tripod design makes the fan incredibly easy to fit to any part of a treadmill so you can adjust the direction of airflow to your preference. The 360 degree turning ability adds even more flexibility for the perfect angle. This treadmill fan provides the best balance of power to noise. You need the cool air to go the distance without any unnecessary distractions, especially if you’re looking to watch TV on the treadmill speaker. You can choose between 3 speeds if you don’t want it to be too intrusive while working out.

For extra power and better distribution of airflow, buy two smaller 5″ treadmill fans and attach to each side of the front corners facing slightly inwards.

The timer is useful if you’re training for long distance runs as it can be set to 1, 2 or 4 hours before auto switching off.

The settings buttons are located on the back of the fan, which makes it difficult to adjust without pausing your run. But otherwise, this fan is an ideal to get a moderate breeze to help prevent overheating.

Summers are warming up and hitting record high temperatures. Whether you live in a climate with hot months or simply want to feel a superior breeze closer to air conditioning, this fan is well worth the investment. It can cool you down anywhere in a reasonably sized room and still feel comfortable by the treadmill.

‘Natural mode’ makes this fan the perfect accompaniment for treadmill runners because it can simulate wind from outside. You’ll appreciate this nice touch of variety in your workout to break up the mundaneness of exercising in one spot.

The Pelonis 42 inch oscillating tower fan has the necessary power to cover you for the most intense training but it is amazingly quiet so you can watch TV or listen to music even in high speeds. Despite requiring a nearby plug socket to supply its electricity, it remains efficient to operate.

While pausing or slowing down your run to change speed settings on a fan is tempting to catch a breath, fewer breaks will improve your fitness and ability to cover higher mileage. So having a remote is essential for maintaining your pace ensuring a better workout.

Best treadmills with a fan