Exercise and RP (AVAMC and Emory)

Each exercise class will consist of 20 minutes of progressive, interval based Spin exercise 2 times a week for 6 months on stationary exercise cycles and will be led by a qualified instructor. The Duration of each session is lengthened based on the progression of the participant and the recommendation of the instructor by 1-2 minutes as needed to a maximum time of 60 minutes per session. Exercise intensity will begin at low levels (50% of maximal heart rate reserve (HRR) and increase by 5% every week (if deemed necessary by the instructor) to a maximum of 75% maximal HRR.