Objectives Regular physical activity can be beneficial for people with severe and enduring
mental illness (SEMI). However there is little information about how this might be initiated …

Accessible summary The aim of the study was to elicit the views and opinions of people
diagnosed with serious mental illness in relation to physical activity. Ten people who were …

There is increasing interest in the role of physical activity in mental health promotion, and
research suggests that regular participation can provide mental and physical health benefits …

Background: While individuals with severe and enduring mental illness (SEMI) may be more
sedentary than the general population little is known about what influences physical activity …

Tore Bonsaksen Aims: Severe mental illness is associated with low levels of physical
activity. This study explored participation in a physical activity programme among patients …

Objectives: Evaluation of physical activity (PA) programs among populations with severe
mental illness (SMI) has predominately focused on efficacy and therapeutic benefits. There …

Purpose People with severe mental ill health (SMI) are less physically active and more
sedentary than the general population. There is limited research investigating the correlates …

Background Physical activity (PA) has been found to improve physical and mental health
and aid recovery in those with serious mental illness (SMI). However, individuals with SMI …

Objectives: Physical activity (PA) and exercise is increasingly being recognised as an
efficacious component of treatment for various mental disorders. The association between …

Individuals with severe mental illness (SMI) are less physically active than the general
population. One important barrier contributing to this inactivity is lack of motivation. The aim …