Making the Move: Mal O'Brien's Journey to Hawaii

🌺Mal O'Brien made the decision to move to Hawaii after visiting the island multiple times and falling in love with the weather, the people, and the positive community.

🏋️‍♀️Having transitioned from a teen competitor to the elite division in CrossFit, Mal maintained a rigorous training routine and dedicated her time and energy to her sport.

🌊Despite being introverted, Mal is actively working on building a community in Hawaii and trying new activities like surfing and boogie boarding.

🗻While Vermont offered great training opportunities, Mal realized that Hawaii was the best fit for her personal and professional goals, even if it meant leaving her family and friends behind.

⏰Reflecting on her intense training routine, Mal now understands the importance of finding balance and pursuing other interests outside of CrossFit.

Why did Mal O'Brien decide to move to Hawaii?

—Mal fell in love with Hawaii during her visits, appreciating the weather, the people, and the positive community. She saw it as an opportunity to start a new chapter in her life.

How did Mal manage her training and competition schedule?

—Mal dedicated a significant amount of time and effort to her training, often training from 8 AM to 4 PM. She followed a strict routine to ensure she was always prepared for competition.

Is Mal an introverted person?

—Yes, Mal considers herself to be introverted. While it can be challenging for her to put herself out there and make new friends, she is actively working on building a community in Hawaii.

Why did Mal choose Hawaii over Vermont for training?

—Although Vermont offered great training opportunities with HPO, Mal realized that Hawaii was a better fit for her personal and professional goals. She wanted to surround herself with a positive community and enjoy the island lifestyle.

What has Mal learned from her intense training routine?

—Mal now understands the importance of finding balance and pursuing other interests outside of CrossFit. She has come to appreciate the value of self-care and exploring new hobbies.

00:01Mal O'Brien recently made the decision to move to Hawaii after falling in love with the island during previous visits.

06:26Mal reflects on her intense training routine as a former CrossFit competitor, acknowledging that it consumed much of her time and energy.

12:13Despite being introverted, Mal is actively working on building a community in Hawaii and trying new activities like surfing and boogie boarding.

18:46Mal discusses her decision to choose Hawaii over Vermont for training, emphasizing the importance of personal and professional alignment.

24:31Reflecting on her intense training routine, Mal now understands the importance of finding balance and pursuing other interests outside of CrossFit.