This is a two arm, randomized controlled trial to test the longitudinal effects of the Let's Move Program (walking for exercise) compared to effects of the attention control Let's Flex Program (stretching for exercise) in participants aged 50 to 89 years living with HIV and who have two or more cardiovascular disease risk factors. Participants in both interventions will be asked to participate in one-on-one interviews/assessments, measures of physical functioning, and some sessions with others who are also enrolled in the study. Participants will participate in an in home exercise program for twelve weeks in which the study team will help identify maximum duration and intensity followed by a maintenance period for weeks 13-58.
The purpose of this study is to see if exercise is helpful for improving memory, concentration thinking abilities, physical function, and quality of life for adults aged 50 to 89 years living with HIV and who have two or more cardiovascular disease risk factors. The study will test two kinds of intervention exercises: one group will walk for exercise and the second group will stretch for exercise. Members of both interventions will be asked to participate in one-on-one interviews/assessments, measures of physical functioning, and some sessions with others who are also enrolled in the study.