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New Horizon Fitness Center
Hi, my name is Kyle Taylor. I am the owner and founder of New Horizon Fitness Center located in Swansea, SC. I opened NHFC because I'm passionate about health and fitness and I realized that it was lacking in my hometown.
There was not access to a local gym or fitness center for people in Swansea, Gaston, and surrounding areas.
I desired to solve this problem by offering a friendly atmosphere for people to better their life through health and fitness. I was fortunate when a member of the community saw the potential in what I wanted to achieve and was willing to invest in my dream.
I remember discussing my future plans; I was going to work as a personal trainer at a facility in Columbia but my ultimate goal was to eventually own my own gym in Swansea. He said that he had a building that he could show me if I was interested, and after considering his offer, I said yes. He gave three days to put together a business plan to present to him and his wife. I put everything I had into researching and constructing my business plan that would soon become a reality. They accepted the plan and we began to renovate the building one year prior to our grand opening on February 18th 2013.
The first day was exhilarating and scary all at the same time. There were some bumps along the way. We ran out of paper and even ink from printing all of our gym agreements. Within the first month we had over 300 members join.
In the beginning, we only offered gym access, that included machines, cardio equipment and free weights which is now the main floor. Our goal was to add additional services each year. Within the first year we renovated and opened the group fitness room to incorporate group classes, personal training, and karate. During that time we also partnered with Relentless Training Corp (Luke Beasley) to help meet the growing demand for personal training.
Within the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th year we renovated the rest of the building to add tanning services, a smaller functional training/multi purpose room and started selling supplements.
We wanted to offer a local place for our members to learn about and purchase various supplements at reasonable and affordable prices to help aid in their fitness journey. Over the last 3 years our supplement inventory has grown increasingly so that we were able to convert an office space into a pro-shop; an easily-accessible space dedicated to providing a relaxed environment for members and customers to check out our merchandise.
We have also added additional equipment each year such as; glute-ham developer, t-bar row, hack squat, and various cable attachments. We are striving to improve our facility and provide the best for our members.
Our biggest improvement to date was on May 24th, 2019 when we officially converted to 24 hour access. I wanted to provide around the clock access for our gym goers so they could train whenever they please, allowing flexibility in their schedule. Our gym goers can train whenever they please, giving them flexibility in their schedule. All is required is a bar-coded key fob to scan at the entrance and members can use the gym’s main floor day or night.
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Swansea
1741 Southbound Rd
Swansea SC 29160
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2927 Platt Springs Rd
West Columbia SC 29170
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MEET THE PEOPLE THAT WORK HARD TO SERVE YOU!
Kyle Taylor - Owner, Personal Trainer, Martial Arts Instructor
My goal is to meet you where you are tomake you more confident, resilient, and empowered in every area of life.
👉 If you’re ready to take the next step in your fitness journey, let’s work together. Reach out today and let’s build the stronger, healthier, and more confident version of you.
Christine McClure - Personal Trainer
As a trainer, I focus on more than just workouts—I help people reduce pain, fix imbalances, and move with confidence.
Because I know what it feels like to be told you can’t. And I know the power of proving that wrong.
Pah Kay - Personal Trainer
Lost 50+ lbs and transformed his own life through simple, consistent training—now he helps others do the same.
Pah specializes in helping people who feel stuck, lack confidence, or don’t know where to start. His coaching is supportive, motivating, and built around real, sustainable progress.
You don’t need to be perfect—just ready to begin.
👉 Book your first session with Coach Pah today
Maxwell Labree - Personal Trainer, Boxing Coach
Dohnay Htoo - Personal Trainer
Fitness changed my life, and now I'm dedicated to helping others build the strength, confidence, and health to change theirs. Let's take the first step together.
👉 Ready to take the next step? Apply for coaching and let's build a plan for your success.
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Healthy Doesn't Always Mean Low-Calorie: How to Make Smarter Summer Food Choices
Healthy Doesn't Always Mean Low-Calorie: How to Make Smarter Summer Food Choices
When most people decide they want to lose weight or improve their health, they start making what they believe are "healthy" choices.
They order the salad.
They drink the smoothie.
They choose the wrap instead of the burger.
Yet weeks later, they're frustrated because nothing seems to be changing.
The truth is that healthy food isn't always low in calories—and understanding that can completely change your results.
The Restaurant Salad Trap
One of the biggest surprises for many people is discovering that some restaurant salads contain more calories than a fast-food meal.
A Caesar salad loaded with creamy dressing, cheese, croutons, and oversized portions can easily contain 800–1,000 calories.
Does that mean salads are bad?
Not at all.
A well-built salad is one of the healthiest meals you can eat. The key is understanding what goes into it.
Build a Better Salad
Instead of trying to eliminate flavor, make a few strategic changes:
Ask for dressing on the side.
Choose one high-calorie topping instead of several.
Add lean protein like grilled chicken, salmon, or hard-boiled eggs.
Fill most of your plate with vegetables.
These small adjustments can dramatically reduce calories while keeping your meal satisfying.
Don't Be Afraid of Potatoes
Potatoes have developed a bad reputation over the years, but they can actually become even healthier after they're cooked and cooled.
Cooling cooked potatoes creates resistant starch—a type of carbohydrate that behaves more like fiber.
Resistant starch may help:
Improve blood sugar control
Feed healthy gut bacteria
Keep you feeling fuller longer
A simple potato salad made with olive oil, vinegar, herbs, and fresh vegetables can be an excellent summer side dish.
The 3-2-1 Meal Prep Formula
Healthy eating doesn't require complicated meal plans.
One of the easiest systems I recommend is the 3-2-1 Formula:
3 vegetables
2 protein sources
1 grain or starch
With just these ingredients prepared ahead of time, you can create dozens of meals throughout the week without spending hours cooking every day.
Busy schedules become much easier when healthy food is already waiting for you.
Progress Comes From Simplicity
Most people don't struggle because they lack motivation.
They struggle because they're trying to follow complicated nutrition plans that don't fit real life.
Simple habits repeated consistently will always outperform perfect plans that never happen.
If you're looking for a sustainable approach to nutrition that works with your schedule—not against it—start by simplifying your meals rather than restricting them.
Ready to Stop Guessing?
Reading about healthy habits is a great start.
Actually building habits that fit your schedule and lifestyle is what creates lasting results.
At New Horizon Fitness Center, our Built For Life Coaching Program helps busy adults lose weight, build strength, improve their energy, and build healthy habits they can maintain for years—not just a few weeks.
Instead of another restrictive diet or impossible workout plan, you'll receive:
Personalized coaching tailored to your goals
A workout plan built around your schedule
Nutrition guidance that fits your real life
Accountability and ongoing support
Progress tracking and regular strategy sessions
If you're ready to stop guessing and start following a plan that's built specifically for you, schedule your FREE Strategy Session below.
Together, we'll create a personalized roadmap that helps you feel healthier, stronger, and more confident—without turning your life upside down.
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