| AMPK | AMP-activated protein kinase |
| eNOS | Endothelial cell nitric oxide synthase |
| ANOVA | Analyses of variance |
| FMD | Flow-mediated dilation |
| BMI | Body mass index |
| HIIE | High-intensity interval exercise |
| CME | Continuous moderate-intensity exercise |
| NO | Nitric oxide |
| CTRP9 | C1q-TNF-related protein-9 |
| RPE | Rating of perceived exertion |
| EDTA | Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid |
| SST | serum separation tube |
| ELISA | Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay |
| VO2 max | Maximal oxygen consumption |