HPRC Team

Madeline Wacker is a health and performance education specialist who works with HPRC to develop and deliver curriculum for the Army’s Holistic Health and Fitness Advisor (H2F-A) program. She also currently serves as a captain and nurse in the Army National Guard. Maddie has worked in the human health and performance space since 2018. Prior to joining ARMORR-CHAMP, she served as the Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) director for the National Guard Professional Education Center. There, she collaborated with state H2F teams, developed health-related resources and workshops, and provided group and one-on-one support to help expand the program and optimize Soldier health and readiness. As a nurse and performance coach, Maddie’s goal is not only to provide care for people who are sick, but to help people realize and attain their full health potential. 

Education: 

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), University of Pittsburgh 

• Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC), University of Pittsburgh 

Certificates and Credentials: 

• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) 

• Tactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator (TSAC-F) 

• Precision Nutrition (PN) Level 1 Coach 

Dr. Marissa Rescott is a human performance scientist with the HPRC team at ARMORR and a licensed sport physical therapist of 8 years. As a clinician-scientist, she is a subject-matter expert in sleep and musculoskeletal performance and has extensive experience leading human performance training. Prior to joining ARMORR, Marissa delivered more than 100 training modules on musculoskeletal health, sleep, and leader well-being to audiences including law enforcement, fire service, DoW, and other government agencies. She focuses on curating learning experiences that are engaging, relatable and practical, using storytelling to connect with her students and audiences. 

Education:

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Cognitive Sciences, University of Campania: Luigi Vanvitelli
• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), The Ohio State University
• Bachelor of Science (BS), Neuroscience, St. Lawrence University

Certificates and Credentials:

• Virginia-licensed physical therapist

Accomplishments:

• Speaker, 2026 Advanced Flag and Executive Course (AFLEX), U.S. Naval War College
• Curriculum Developer/Speaker, 20205 MRx Be Well to Lead Well Workshop, Cisco Veteran Leadership Program
• Conte, F., De Rosa, O., Rescott, M. L., Arabia, T. P., D’Onofrio, P., Lustro, A., Malloggi, S., Molinaro, D., Spagnoli, P., Giganti, F., Barbato, G., & Ficca, G. (2022). High sleep fragmentation parallels poor subjective sleep quality during the third wave of the Covid-19 pandemic: An actigraphic study. Journal of Sleep Research, 31, e13519. https://doi.org/10.1111/jsr.13519 
• Conte, F., Rescott, M. L., De Rosa, O., Cellini, N., Coppola, A., Cerasuolo, M., ... & Ficca, G. (2022). Changes in dream features across the first and second waves of the Covid‐19 pandemic. Journal of Sleep Research, 31(1), e13425. 

Dr. Melissa Rittenhouse is a Nutrition and Exercise Scientist with ARMORR-CHAMP. She specializes in culinary medicine and human performance. As a Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD), her work focuses on translating nutrition science into practical strategies that enhance diet quality, optimize performance, and support long-term health through evidence-based culinary medicine and fueling practices.

Education: 

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Kent State University
• Master of Science (MS), Georgia State University
• Bachelor of Science (BS), University of Dayton

Relevant accomplishments:

• Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD)
• Member of Collegiate and Professional Sports Dietetic Association (CPSDA)
• Member of Sports and Human Performance Nutrition (SHPN)
• Member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Published articles include:

• Healthy eating index and nutrition biomarkers among Army Soldiers and civilian control group indicate an intervention is necessary to raise omega-3 index and vitamin D and improve diet quality
• Increasing Access and Availability of Nutrient-Dense Foods at United States Marine Corps Food Venues Is Feasible and Profitable
• Omega-3 Index improves after increased intake of foods with omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids 

Micaiah Corley is an Education Specialist with HPRC who serves as the Project Manager for the rebuild of the Rx3 program. A certified Athletic Trainer, she has been a resilient, passionate advocate and administrator for students who desired to achieve athletic success. Ms. Corley’s strategic, advanced, proactive leadership experience has helped her effectively implement athletic department programs and nationwide initiatives, and influence senior administrators with regard to the best course of action for collegiate accomplishment. Micaiah’s record of achievement includes instructing, mentoring, retaining, and rehabilitating elite-level collegiate athletes. 

Education

• Master of Science (MS), Exercise Physiology, Syracuse University
• Bachelor of Science (BS), Kinesiology, San Diego State State University

Relevant accomplishments

• Athletic Trainer Certified
• Functional Movement Screening Certified
• Developer and Program Manager for Women’s and Men’s Health Plan Initiative. She educated and empowered student athletes to take control of their general and sexual health.
• Developer and Program Manager for Rutgers University Performance Team. She monitored, supported, and cared for the nutritional and mental health of student athletes.

Dr. Rebecca Shisler Marshall is a holistic health and performance education specialist who works with HPRC to develop and deliver curriculum for the Army’s Holistic Health and Fitness Advisor (H2F-A) program. Rebecca has researched and studied stress reduction and holistic wellness for more than 20 years. Prior to joining ARMORR-CHAMP, she supported clients through her private practice, Centered Living, and wrote a book on holistic health called, “Whole Body Upgrade.” She is certified as a speech-language pathologist, integrative life coach, health and wellness coach, and yoga instructor. Previously she researched and taught mindfulness and cognitive recovery at University of Georgia.  

Education:

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Cognitive Experimental Psychology, University of South Carolina 
• Master of Speech Pathology (MSP), Speech-Language Pathology, School of Public Health, University of South Carolina
• Master of Arts (MA), Cognitive Experimental Psychology, University of South Carolina
• Bachelor of Science (BS), Psychology, University of South Carolina

Accomplishments:

• Schonhardt, S., Sullivan, S., and Marshall, R.S. (2023) "A focused review of multidimensional well-being assessments," Journal of Wellness, 4(2), 5. 
• Mohapatra, B. and Marshall, R.S. (2019). Psychosomatic and physical well-being factors after mind-body interventions in a hospital setting. Advances in Mind-Body Medicine, 33(3), 4–11. 
• Marshall, R.S., Laures-Gore, J.S., Love-Myer, K. (2018). Mindfulness meditation group training in aphasia: Its effect on attention, language, and psychophysiological outcomes. International Journal of Language Communication Disorders 53(1), 40–54. 
• Marshall, R.S. & Mohapatra, B. (2017). Integrative Intervention: A New Perspective in Aphasia. Disability and Rehabilitation. 39(19), 1999–2009.
• Marshall, R.S. (2016, November). From surviving to thriving: Stress reduction for students, clinicians, and academicians. Poster presentation at American Speech-Language and Hearing Association convention, Philadelphia, PA.

Robert is a Digital Specialist for ARMORR. He is responsible for managing the front and back end of all of ARMORR’s websites, implementing digital strategy, and overseeing web page functionality. With a background in web development and graphic design, Robert has experience creating and managing websites across industries. A Google Certified Partner, he applies his expertise to optimize user experience for research translation efforts.

Sahaja Surapaneni is a mental and spiritual education specialist for ARMORR-CHAMP. Her subject-matter expertise includes positive psychology, resilience, and spirituality. Sahaja translates basic and clinical research to create culturally appropriate, evidence-based educational resources and training programs in positive and performance psychology. Sahaja has taught general psychology to undergraduate students. Her research experience includes studying Veterans and people undergoing trauma. 

Education:

• Bachelor of Science (BS), Psychology, University of Rhode Island 
• Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication Studies, University of Rhode Island

Accomplishments:

• Conducted research study on consumerist tendencies and world beliefs for the University of Pennsylvania’s Primals Project. 
• Led a grant-funded, behavioral healthcare project at Thrive Behavioral Health to produce positive and lasting behavior change in adults.

Sarah Delgado is an Education Coordinator for HPRC who helps coordinate educational resources and human performance training. A seven-year Air Force aircraft mechanic, Sarah’s previous professional experience includes roles as a Health Educator for the Army Wellness Center,  a Health Promotion Coordinator for the Air Force, and an installation Fitness Center Director. 

Education:

• Master of Science (MS), Exercise Science, Penn West University 
• Bachelor of Science (BS), Exercise Science, Seattle Pacific University 

Certificates and Credentials:

• NSCA Tactical Strength and Conditioning Specialist Facilitator (TSAC-F)

Stacy Cappadona is a performance dietitian and the content lead for Nutritional Fitness at HPRC. She develops educational materials to promote and enhance human performance through nutritional fitness for all Service Members. As a Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics, Stacy translates and applies evidence-based nutrition strategies to optimize physical and mental performance of tactical athletes—such as those who work in the military in jobs that require physical fitness. Stacy has years of experience working directly with Service Members, embedded in tactical human performance teams

Education:

• Master of Science (MS) in Exercise Physiology and Sports Nutrition, Florida State University
• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Exercise Science, Florida State University

Relevant accomplishments:

• Registered Dietitian (RD)
• Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD)
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)

Tiana Hertenstein is a clinical research associate for HPRC. She oversees physical fitness content for the HPRC website and develops educational materials to help Service Members optimize their physical fitness performance. A strength and conditioning coach, Tiana has worked with all levels of athletes from collegiate, professional, and Olympic competitors to the military population. She has more than a decade of experience working in the special operations community as a part of a holistic human performance team.

Education: 

• Master of Science (MS) in Sports Medicine—Strength and Conditioning, University of Colorado, Colorado Springs
• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Exercise Science—Strength and Conditioning, Appalachian State University

Accomplishments:

• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)

Tim Gribbin is HPRC’s Project Manager who oversees HPRC’s content development. He develops educational materials to promote and enhance Service Members’ physical fitness. Mr. Gribbin was a research associate and laboratory manager of ARMORR-CHAMP’s Injury Prevention Research Laboratory, assisting with military basic and secondary training studies. As a certified athletic trainer and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist®, he has expertise in musculoskeletal injury prevention and rehabilitation, as well as injury prevention implementation in military training environments.

Education:

• Master of Education (MEd), University of Virginia
• Bachelor of Science (BS), University of Connecticut

Relevant accomplishments:

• Certified athletic trainer (ATC)
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)

Published articles include:

• A systematic review of the association between physical fitness and musculoskeletal injury risk: Part 1—Cardiorespiratory endurance
• Systematic review of the association between physical fitness and musculoskeletal injury risk: Part 2—Muscular endurance and muscular strength
• Systematic review of the association between physical fitness and musculoskeletal injury risk: Part 3-Flexibility, power, speed, balance, and agility