Sun 4/25 - AM 90 minutes incl, 5k, 10k road races

Relatively successful this time around at Groton, certainly as compared to last year. Feeling both tired and anxious while warming up, concerned about how the left adductor would hold up after how it felt yesterday. Planning on hanging back early on, ended up in the lead after 90 seconds or so as the competition was lacking. Ran the rest of the way alone in front, under control but definitely working hard. First mile split was 5:05, somewhat dubious, next two miles went in 10:35. Took my foot off the gas pedal a bit just before 3 miles but still it was taxing. Haven't slept enough this week. Adductor was stiffening up after finishing the 5k, spent the time between races doing direct pressure and a full stretching routine which helped a lot. For the 10k it was all about maximizing place with the least possible effort, I had hopes of sneaking in for the last money spot but it became clear after 2 miles that it wasn't to be and I cruised the rest of the course, doing enough to stay clear of the guy behind me. Mile splits ended up being 5:25, 5:34, 5:49, 5:45, 5:47, and 5:53. The 10k course definitely gets harder as you go along. Noticed some soreness in right hip on the last mile, which was the iliopsoas acting up. Kept it quite relaxed though and felt smooth throughout. Quite sore after it was all over, cooldown was short and superslow. Mild temps but with gusty winds, as per usual seemed to be hitting us in the face the entire time.