Aiming for a progression from 5k pace to 3k pace, taking it in pairs with goal 2:24-5 the first two, 2:22-3 after that, and finally 2:20-1 to finish. Somewhat concerned about being able to make the last step in pace. It ended up as follows:
2:25.5
2:24.2
2:23.3
2:21.3
2:19.2
2:17.4
2.5 minutes rest throughout
Ended up faster than planned on the last 3 reps in what can best be described as a hoovering, sucked along by MD types who think nothing of dropping a 33 second opening 200 on a rep that ends up going in 2:20. Like running with high schoolers, only stupider. Starting as a group was a laughable gesture as multiple gaps formed almost immediately. Didn't take the bait on this suicidal early pace, which meant I ended up running mostly even splits as I quickly reached my limit and then stayed there. Relaxed effort but no gears left after hitting 400 on the last one in 69. Some residual soreness from Sunday but not as bad as expected.
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