This was exactly the kind of pre race shakeout you wanted. The run stayed short, controlled, and light overall, while the faster touches added enough spark to make the legs feel awake.
The best signal is freshness. Sleep was strong, the legs felt good, and the strides were revitalizing instead of draining. That is the right feeling to carry into Carrera Maya.
The goal for tomorrow is clear: first secure the sub 55, then let the race open up if the legs respond. Stay patient early, settle into rhythm, and use the final third to chase the stronger result.
Takeaway. Good pre race signal. The legs are fresh, the speed is awake, and the fitness work is done. Tomorrow is about staying patient early, locking into rhythm, and racing for sub 55 with room to push toward 52-54 if the day opens up.
Next step. Carrera Maya 10K. Race day. Start controlled, settle into sub 55 rhythm, and only turn the screw after halfway if the legs and breathing stay calm.