“Opportunity comes to the prepared mind.”

Charlie Munger

  • Reflections on 2024: Growth, and Perspective

    At the beginning of this year, I would have never guessed how much my perspective would shift. I was deeply immersed in learning, strategizing, planning 10-20 years ahead. And I still love that—it keeps my brain engaged in a useful way. But what… Read More >>>


  • BigFoot 200 – Pacer

    When someone asks me if I want to help out with an endurance adventure, I’m quick to say yes—sometimes too quick. A 200-mile trail run sounds crazy enough, but when you add camping, a rerouted course due to wildfires, and pretty much no… Read More >>>


  • GDS Holdings

    What It Is: GDS is China’s largest carrier-neutral data center provider, operating 88 facilities—mostly in the prized Tier-1 cities like Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen. With over 90% of its capacity in these high-demand areas, GDS is perfectly placed to ride the wave… Read More >>>


  • Trainings Load & Stress Management

    Endurance sports demand a deep understanding of how our bodies respond to varying training loads. In my coaching job, one of the most critical aspects is recognizing an athlete’s unique training response, a concept often overshadowed by more generic training philosophies. This article… Read More >>>


  • Training Zones

    Don’t guess – test! Training zones are crucial for athletes, offering a structured approach to training with specific, measurable outcomes to improve your limiting factors. These zones are tailored to each athlete’s physiological profile, providing a more accurate and personalized training regimen than… Read More >>>


I’m Flo— a former professional athlete, endurance coach, and value investor with a passion for learning, growth, and adventure. I believe in long-term thinking, discipline, and finding balance between performance and fulfillment. This blog is where I collect my thoughts on investing, training, books, business, and life—documenting my journey as I build, explore, and refine my approach to success and how to be a better human.

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