Day 4 and 5

So, with the end of the week of testing. I was feeling very exhausted. More mentally than actual physically tired- but ready for a strong finish.

I had a few errands to do on the weekend, so I couldnt hold off and finish the 2km a few days later like Coach Doug recommended. So I just went ahead with regular schedule to complete the week.

2km: gold standard is 6:10, Nat. team standard is 6:15. I wanted to be around 6: 20. For some absolutely bizarre unknown reason, I started the first 1000m at a 1: 34 split avg.... I should be aiming for 1:36, but I just got cocky or something. After 1000m and the week of testing taking its toll - I blew up, just exploded and verbally called out to my coach and team mates "I can't do it, I can"t......." but, lucky Andy and Doug where there just to keep my moving, albeit slowly. Ended up Avg 1:37.2 with time of 6:28. With a 9 second PR I felt good... and with proper tactics (or just without a brain-fart) I would have finished up alright. With a better time. lessons learned!