About Bo Knows Fitness
Welcome! I'm So Happy That You're Here
Stick Around, Things Are About to Get Good
"Bo saved my life. Not only did he help me lose 20 lbs, he kept me positive and smiling the entire time! I started working with him in 2008 and his persistence kept me focused and committed to my goal.
The expertise and guidance he’s given me, even after I moved away, has been invaluable. I'm so grateful he came into my life when he did, and I have kept what he taught me near and dear to my heart!!!"
Amy Lutz
Former Local News Anchor
“After having Bo as my trainer for combo online and in person training sessions I cannot say enough about how wonderful it is to work with him! Bo’s experience, knowledge and unmatched enthusiasm come together to create a fitness and nutrition program that’s transformational. His personalized plans are hard work but easy to follow and incorporate into daily life. Bo motivated me to be a better version of myself and boosted my self-confidence both in and out of the gym. Working with Bo taught me that hard work and dedication, along with a trainer who won’t give up on you or your goals will get you the results you’re after and help you maintain a healthy lifestyle. I’m so thankful for Bo and his continued motivation and guidance!”
Katie Vance Lucas
Minister, Second Baptist Church
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My name is Bo Taylor and I have been serving the greater Charleston area and beyond since before 2000. I received my Bachelor of Science degree in Health and Physical Education from Radford University with a concentration in Commercial Fitness. I also earned a Master of Education degree in Physical Education with a concentration in Exercise Physiology from The Citadel.
BO'S STORY
Through my years in the fitness industry, I have folded towels working behind the front desk, worked in cardiac rehabilitation units, and managed fitness and aquatic facilities.
Now, I coach individuals, just like you, to be better versions of themselves. This means that no matter where you are in life- you're overweight and want to drop some pounds OR you are fit and want to get fitter- I can help.
I know how overwhelming your fitness and health journey can be. That’s why I’m dedicated to providing you the guidance, education, and support required to achieve and maintain results.
For over 20 years, I’ve been a certified personal trainer. I’ve trained athletes, TV and radio personalities, beauty pageant/fitness competitors, and everyday folks looking to be better.
Personally, I was a collegiate level swimmer and competed in bodybuilding shows. That being said, I also know the struggles of being overweight and what it takes to get back into shape. Here's some of the proof.
On some level the video above is completely embarrassing. However, I came across it unexpectedly and have included it here because I want you to know from where I’ve started and where I'm coming from. Heck, some of you might look at this and think I was never even overweight.
August 21st, 2015
I was 256 lbs, @ 40% body fat, and a list a mile long of aches, pains, and issues. I was medicated via copious amounts of food and alcohol. The decision was made that this would be the end of "Fat Bastard". Sadly, this was not my heaviest. Years prior I had been well over 270 lbs.
Deciding to Make a Change
Starting from my heaviest, I managed to lose 120 lbs in 18 months and went on to participate in two bodybuilding shows.
Now, I don't say or show you this to impress you. My hope is to impress upon you that if my fat, drunk, lazy self can make the decision to change, you can as well. Heck, you are probably not that bad off. Or maybe you are. Either way, you can do it, too!
A QUALIFIED PARTNER
MY EDUCATION
May 1996 - Bachelor of Science Health and Physical Education
(concentration in Commercial Fitness)
Radford University, Radford, VA
May 2004 - Master of Education Physical Education (concentration in Exercise
Physiology)
The Citadel, Charleston, SC
MY PROFESSIONAL FITNESS EXPERIENCE
October 2003 – Current
Owner – BoKnowsFitness.com
February 2013 – August 2015
Personal Trainer (Summerville YMCA)
February 2004 – December 2012
Fitness & Aquatics Manager, Daniel Island Club
August 1996 – April 1998
Satellite Fitness Center Manager, Carilion Health System
August 1995 – April 1998
Assistant Coach/Strength Coach, Southwest Aquatic Team
August 1991 – April 1996
Team Captain 1995-1996, Radford University Swim Team
Certifications
- Certified Personal Trainer
- Group Fitness Instructor
- Boot Camp Instructor
- Adult/Child/Infant CPR/AED, American Red Cross
- I was a Boy Scout
- I was a collegiate level swimmer, holding a school record in the mile
- I don’t like fruit, with the exceptions to apples, raisins, and cranberries
- My previous clients include TV News Anchors, Radio DJ’s, executives, figure competitors, a beauty pageant contestant, and everyday folks looking to be better
- Cheeseburger Aficionado
- Chicken Devourer
- Pizza Lover
- Caffeine Lover/Coffee Admirer
- Passionate Jeep Owner
- I want to swim with great whites, sky dive, and drive a race car
*Bonus Fact - I’m a huge Mama’s Boy