Phillips Sonicare & SHARP
For Canadian middleweight boxer and Pan American Championships gold medalist Tammara Thibeault, training for the next big event is about more than just hitting the gym. “The beginning of my day always sets the tone,” Thibeault shares. “I start by ensuring I drink water to rehydrate myself. Next, I like to do my oral care and skincare routine.” In addition to journaling, a diet of nutritious foods, and a good night’s sleep, an important part of Thibeault’s self-care is the time she spends using the Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Prestige 9900 and Philips Sonicare Cordless Power Flosser 3000. As Philips Sonicare’s most advanced electric toothbrush to date, the DiamondClean Prestige 9900 uses SenseIQ technology and the AI-powered Sonicare app to create a personalized approach to oral health, and provide real-time guidance to help you boost your brushing on the spot.
“Before trying out the Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Prestige 9900, I never gave much thought to my brushing technique,” Thibeault says. “It’s been eye-opening to see where I can improve and where I’m already doing great, ensuring I’m always getting it right. I’ve come to appreciate those two minutes, twice a day, where I’m just focusing on myself and my oral health. It’s a time when I know that no matter what happens around me, I’m taking care of myself.”
Artistic gymnast and Pan American Games all-around and floor exercise champion Felix Dolci takes a similar approach to his training routine and prioritizes a range of physical, mental, and emotional self-care as part of his daily regimen. “The best advice I’ve received about self-care is to be myself and do what’s good for me,” Dolci says. “It’s helped me prioritize my mental health and stay true to who I am. When I focus on what’s important to me, everything else falls into place.”
“Months or even years of prep just for a few minutes in the ring. […] Finding that balance between what we love and what’s good for us is key to staying grounded.”
Tammara Thibeault
Dolci’s daily routine includes plenty of sleep, a balanced diet, and taking time to hang out with his favourite people, as well as using the Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Prestige 9900 and Philips Sonicare Cordless Power Flosser 3000 to enhance his oral care. Thanks to Sonicare’s all-time best A3 Premium brush head, Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Prestige 9900 removes up to 20x more plaque, providing up to 15x healthier gums and up to 100% less stains in less than 2 days. With its proprietary Quad Stream technology, the Cordless Power Flosser is an easy upgrade to any oral care routine, and up to 150% more effective than floss in improving gum health. With four X-shaped streams of Quad Stream technology, it helps water reach deep between teeth for a gentle, yet thorough clean that removes up to 99.9% of plaque.
“The Philips Sonicare Cordless Power Flosser 3000 has made my flossing routine so easy,” Dolci says. “Let’s be real, nobody’s jumping for joy over flossing. But with this, it’s like a breeze! It’s such an easy and effective way to step up my oral health game and make sure I’m doing it right every single time.”
Making the “Sonicare Switch” has helped Thibeault and Dolci prioritize self-care no matter what else is going on around them, from busy training schedules to the stress of travelling to competitions around the world. “Getting ready for life-changing sporting events can be incredibly stressful at times,” admits Thibeault. “Months or even years of prep just for a few minutes in the ring. It can feel like a whirlwind sometimes, but I’ve learned it’s crucial to keep taking part in a mix of things that make me happy and things that make me feel great. Finding that balance between what we love and what’s good for us is key to staying grounded.”
Feature image credits: Felix Dolci (left), photo by Carl Mondello. Tammara Thibeault (right), photo by Katia Banel.
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