5k way too short

I raced a 5k 2 weeks ago as speed prep for the Pittsburgh marathon 

 

I dislike 5ks but race them as directed by my coach for speed leg turnover

 

I warmed up for 3 miles. Felt ready.

The gun went off. Not ready. Lol

 

Drowning and slagging in my breath. Help help in my brain. I triaged in and on in the mile. Our lead went down a wrong street for .1 miles before seeing the mistake. Fun. That added almost 20 seconds.

 

Still dying inside . Made it to the finish my throat on fire. A PB - a small one but one non the less!

Whoo. Thank gosh. I was fourth women)

I then immediately did 8 miles cooldown for 15 miles.

Coach- McKirdy Training 

Skechers GORun 5 for shoes and Skechers Kit

LaceLockers 

Swiftwick socks 

Amrita bar pre race

Run gum

Honey Stinger 1 gel

CocoaElite protein shake post race 2 hours later

FeedYourCrazy trucker hat

Post race Rabbit tank and shorts 

NUUN hydration tab post race in water