Dr. Bolles earned a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from SUNY College at Cortland, a Master of Arts in Exercise and Sport Science (Exercise Physiology Track) from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and a PhD in Health Studies from Texas Woman’s University. He is also currently pursuing his MBA from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. Dr. Bolles is also credentialed as a Master Certified Health Education Specialist, with the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, and as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, with the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Additionally, Dr. Bolles is working toward a Lean/Six Sigma certification.