Pump iron, lift mood: study tests resistance training as depression treatment

NCT ID NCT06110897

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 18, 2026 · Updated 32 times

Summary

This study looks at whether a 16-week resistance exercise program can reduce symptoms of major depression in 200 adults. Participants will do either high or low dose strength training. Researchers will measure changes in mood, thinking, and blood flow in the brain to see if exercise works and how.

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Locations

Iowa State University
COMPLETED

Ames, Iowa, 50010, United States
University of Wisconsin - Madison
RECRUITING

Madison, Wisconsin, 53705, United States

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Conditions

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major depressive disorder

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MAJOR DEPRESSIVE DISORDER