Can I ask who said you were “underperforming”? It’s disappointing to hear that and no-one should ever say that to another runner. In fact the only people you should be listening to are yourself and me. Everyone else, their opinions doubt matter, because they don’t have the knowledge or information we do. I know you are of strong character, and can shrug off those comments, but others might not take it so well. If it was one of your running pals, I would advise having a word with them and just remind them to be supportive of others at all times. For me Battle is 90 seconds (at least) harder than a flat 10k. Take 90 seconds off your time and you’re almost on your PB. Anyhow rant over. You’re going along great, keep up the excellent work.