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However, it remains unclear whether embedding self-efficacy strategies within each session of progressive multi-joint resistance training provides added benefits beyond resistance training alone. This study examined the additional effects of integrated self-efficacy strategies on body composition (primary outcome) and secondary outcomes including blood biomarkers, physical function, and psychological measures in overweight and obese older adults. Thirty-four adults aged 60\u201375 years were included in the final intention-to-treat analysis and randomly assigned to a multi-joint exercise group (MJ; n\u2009=\u200916; age 67.63\u2009\u00b1\u20095.28 years; mean\u2009\u00b1\u2009SD) or a multi-joint exercise plus self-efficacy group (MJS; n\u2009=\u200918; age 67.35\u2009\u00b1\u20093.69 years). Both groups completed a 12-week progressive resistance training program (60 min\/session, three times\/week). Outcomes were assessed pre- and post-intervention. Data were analyzed using linear mixed-effects models (intention-to-treat), testing group\u2009\u00d7\u2009time interactions with estimated marginal means and 95% confidence intervals (CIs). Both groups improved physical function (muscle strength, endurance, balance, and mobility), with no significant group\u2009\u00d7\u2009time interactions. For resting heart rate, the MJS group showed minimal change (\u0394\u2009=\u20090.8 beats\u00b7min\u2009\u207b\u2009\n                    <jats:sup>1<\/jats:sup>\n                    ), whereas the MJ group increased (\u0394\u2009=\u20097.8 beats\u00b7min\u2009\u207b\u2009\n                    <jats:sup>1<\/jats:sup>\n                    ), yielding a between-group difference in change of \u22127.0 beats\u00b7min\u2009\u207b\u2009\n                    <jats:sup>1<\/jats:sup>\n                    (95% CI \u221212.5 to \u22121.9; p\u2009=\u20090.009). A significant group\u2009\u00d7\u2009time interaction was observed for HbA1c (p\u2009=\u20090.014); however, Bonferroni-adjusted pairwise comparisons did not demonstrate statistically significant within-group changes. Psychological outcomes improved more in MJS, including knowledge, self-efficacy, and outcome expectations. In conclusion, multi-joint resistance training improves physical function in overweight and obese older adults. 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