The New Year is a time for fresh beginnings, bold resolutions, and innovative ideas to make life brighter. This year, we’re celebrating our SodaStream Tribe Leaders—extraordinary athletes who inspire healthier lifestyles and embody resilience and innovation. We caught up with them to learn how SodaStream fits into their daily routines and goals. Here’s Part I of our exclusive interview series!
Meet our Tribe Leaders: Natalie Dau (@rockstararms), Guinness World Record holder and ultramarathoner, is also a fitness entrepreneur and motivational speaker inspiring healthier living. Maxine Tan (@mtyfx) is a passionate Singaporean cyclist enthusiast. Ben Goh (@bennybroflex), National weightlifter and Commonwealth champion, exemplifies strength and discipline. Noah Lim (@noah.lim), Jiu-Jitsu athlete and SEA Games competitor, brings precision and power to every match. Michelle Sng (@michsng), a SEA Games medallist and high jumper, inspires with her achievements. Shermaine Tung (@shhermy), a World Champs Triathle and SEA Games Pentathlon medallist, showcases versatility and dedication.
Discover how they add sparkle to their lives and harness their creativity with SodaStream! Here’s Part I of our exclusive interview series, where their responses are as sparkling as the beverages they love.
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Q: If drinking sparkling water before meals could give you a superpower for the year ahead, what would you choose, and why?
Natalie: It would be that I don’t have any injuries for the year ahead, definitely because I want to make it through another Project 1000 this year in the Philippines.
Natalie’s Project 1000 in Hat Yai in 2024, where she completed ultramarathon of 1,000km from Thailand to Singapore in 12 days
Maxine: If sparkling water could grant me a superpower, I’d choose the ability to teleport. As someone who frequently travels between cities like Singapore, New York, and Germany, teleportation would save me time, reduce stress, and allow me to spend more quality moments with loved ones and my cycling community. Plus, it would align perfectly with living more sustainably—cutting down on travel emissions!
Maxine’s travels with SodaStream in NYC and more
Ben: Superhuman strength and immediate muscle recovery 100%!
Ben working his superhuman strength at weightlifting
Noah: I would choose the ability to teleport from place to place, it would save a lot of time!
Noah in action
Michelle: If sparkling water could grant me a superpower, I'd choose the ability to instantly recover from any physical exertion or injury. As an athlete, quick recovery is crucial for maintaining peak performance and pushing my limits.
Michelle and her sparkling superpower
Shermaine: The ability to talk to animals. Having 3 dogs and 1 cat at home, sometimes I wonder what goes through their mind because all of them have vastly different personalities. Do they want food? Do they like a certain way to be cuddled? Are they having diarrhea because they ate something bad or they have an underlying illness? Who knows, maybe I can make a career out of this superpower haha.
Shermaine and her lovely pets with different quirks
Q: Would you ever use SodaStream to take a bath? We heard one of the Streamers in our global community tried it—would you dare to do the same?
Natalie: 100% not. I actually don’t enjoy taking a bath, so for me, this one’s out, but never say no to maybe a SodaStream shower.
Maxine: I’d absolutely consider it—for fun! While it might sound unconventional, I imagine the bubbles would create a light, spa-like experience, making it feel luxurious and unique. Plus, I’m always open to trying creative, quirky ideas that align with sustainability. Maybe a SodaStream aromatherapy bubble foot soak could be the next big trend!
Ben: Worth a shot! That's one hell of a bubble bath!
Noah: Sure, sounds fun.
Michelle: While the idea of a carbonated bath sounds intriguing and adventurous, I think I'll stick to using SodaStream for creating beverages. As someone who enjoys trying new things, I appreciate the creativity, but I'll leave the fizzy (and cold!) baths to the more daring members of the community!
Shermaine: Maybe part of an ice bath for training recovery, but definitely not on a regular day. I love my showers almost scalding hot.
Q: What was your first impression of SodaStream, and how has it surprised you as a first-time user?
Natalie: My first impression was that I couldn’t believe how easy it was to have bubbles at home and how great it tasted, and then adding flavors just levels it up and makes it even better.
Natalie fizzin’ it up with the SodaStream Art maker
Maxine: My first impression was how sleek and modern the SodaStream maker looked—it was an immediate upgrade to my kitchen. What surprised me the most was how effortless it is to create sparkling water at home. I never expected it to become such a fun part of my daily routine and an essential in hosting friends and family.
SodaStream at Maxine’s elegant home
Ben: I thought it was an amazing idea and I was not disappointed!
Ben enjoying with his SodaStream post-workout
Noah: It was a fun, interesting way to drink water. It surprised me how easy it was to make sparkling water.
Sparkling water in few easy steps
Michelle: My first impression of SodaStream was that it's a convenient and eco-friendly way to enjoy sparkling water at home. As a first-time user, I was pleasantly surprised by how easy it is to use, and the variety of flavors available. It has definitely added a fun twist to staying hydrated.
A gleeful Michelle with SodaStream’s latest Drink Mix flavours
Shermaine: “I’m pretty sure nobody drinks sparkling water plain as it is…” But surprise surprise, my favorite flavor now is zero flavor. My first time drinking it was after a run and I was dehydrated. Sparkling water has never tasted so good and I’ve been hooked since.
Shermaine and her newfound love for neat sparkling water on-the-go
Embrace the Spark of Innovation with SodaStream - Stay Tuned!
The insights from our influencers so far have shown us just how versatile and creative SodaStream can be. From inspiring superpowers to daring bubble baths and delightful first impressions, the possibilities truly seem endless. What superpower would you choose, and would you dare to try a sparkling bath? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below!
Join us for Part II, where we'll dive deeper into how our influencers are embracing SodaStream in their "New Year, New Me" journeys and uncover their most creative SodaStream hacks!
