The feasibility of resistance training versus aerobic exercise in a rehabilitation setting for people living with psychotic disorders: A randomised controlled trial

Nicole Korman, Robert Stanton, Mike Trott, Brendon Stubbs, Andrea Baker, Cassandra Butler, Dan Siskind, Simon Rosenbaum, Joseph Firth, Rebecca Martland, Talia McIntosh, Nicola Warren, Edward Heffernan, Frances Dark, Justin Chapman

Australian & New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry

Published online on November 11, 2025

Abstract

Australian & New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry, Ahead of Print.
Objectives:People with psychotic disorders face significant functional impairments, high levels of disability, multimorbidity and physical health challenges. Despite unique health benefits, resistance training remains underexplored in this population and ...