A whole systems approach to integrating physical activity to aid mental health recovery – Translating theory into practice

Improving health outcomes for people with severe mental illness (SMI) through increased physical activity (PA) on a large scale remains an elusive goal. There is promising evidence that increasing levels of PA in people with SMI can improve psychological and physical health outcomes. However, SMI is associated with reduced levels of physical activity and more sedentary behaviour than is usual in people without SMI.