Pump iron, lift mood: study tests weight training as depression treatment
NCT ID NCT06110897
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 28 times
Summary
This study tests whether a 16-week resistance exercise program can reduce symptoms of major depression in 200 adults. Participants will be assigned to either a high or low dose of weight training. The goal is to see if exercise improves mood and brain blood flow, offering a new treatment option for those who don't respond to standard therapies.
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Iowa State University
COMPLETEDAmes, Iowa, 50010, United States
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University of Wisconsin - Madison
RECRUITINGMadison, Wisconsin, 53705, United States
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