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Melissa TippetMelissa Tippet
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Melissa Tippet joined GSSI in 2005 to support the Gatorade efficacy research program, a series of laboratory-based research projects that focus on the factors influencing gastric emptying and intestinal absorption of sports drinks at rest and during exercise. In addition to assisting in the research program, she also supports the internal and field-related athlete testing program that conducts tests of elite- level athletes from around the world. Originally from Winthrop Harbor, Illinois, Melissa competed on the varsity swim team at the University of Northern Iowa, where she received both her undergraduate degree in Health Promotion and her graduate degree in Exercise Science. Between her educational programs, Melissa completed an internship at the US Olympic Training Center in Chula Vista, CA where she was involved in the testing and evaluation of elite-level Olympic athletes in kayaking, track and field, and other sports. During her leisure time outside of GSSI, Melissa enjoys running and yoga.
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