MFF: You earned your Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Kinesiology from California State University San Bernardino. Do you believe that your degree will give you an advantage in the fitness industry? PJN: I think most people in the fitness industry have done “their homework” and know what there is to know about the human body and how it functions. I wouldn’t say I have an advantage. I loved my time in college and all that I learned. I’m glad I chose that degree path long before involving myself in the fitness industry. MFF: You have a significant involvement in the MMA industry, as well as a black belt in Tae Kwon Do. How much of your personal fitness regimen involves defensive or offensive related training? PJN: Honestly any more none of it does. I train strictly with my coach Jonathon Cote to bring out certain muscles or to tone others down. When it
comes to this point aesthetically I have to just focus on each muscle group to make sure nothing gets overtrained or undertrained that could one day fall against me. MFF: In 2013 you were named BFM Magazine’s Model of the Year, then you were 3rd Place for the 2014 Fitness Gurl Magazines Physique of the Year, and were crowned Miss West Coast Hooters 2014. Which such public endorsements of your figure, do you plan on pursuing any figure competition titles in the near future? PJN: Well I’m very honored and thankful to say I was named again BFM’s 2015 Model of the Year and Fitness Gurls Runner Up to Physique of the Year 2015. I’m not sure what my future holds I have bounced around so much in my career sometimes it even astonishes me to look back on the little 19 year old blonde girl that was modeling for Tapout and O’Neal! I would like to compete for >>>
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