When did runners become effeminate fashionistas concerned about what’s trending? OMG! Does anyone do fartlek or is it dead? Are double thresholds still cool? Should I bring back neo-Igloi intervals? How about Lydiardcore? Check out my Canova x Galloway mash up!!!
Hire a coach and stop worrying about what training method makes you look cool. We are runners-none of us are cool!
Grand Slam has definitely changed the way those fortune enough to participate in it.
As most of us know, Elise ran the 10,000 just before GST started and has an obligation to compete in GSL. It's possible she hasn't recovered from the 10. It's also possible she isn't focused on GST results.
How these distance people handle their obligations, racing schedules, and priorities is theirs to decide. I've seen well coached athletes with very good credentials not run well after coming off very good indoor season.
The most interesting meets, as a spectator for me, are the US Nationals and the World Championships. What happens now is entertainment we haven't had before and cash for the athletes. That's good.