Running question

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You all know what I have been doing with training and that I want to
run a 5k the last weekend in October. The more I look at my times, the
more I want to improve. Part of it is I want to make everyone in the
family surprised and proud. (Especially my kids). I have waffled from
wanting to beat my best time 3 years ago to wanting to get in the top
20 for my age group to getting in the top 10 for my age group. Now,
after looking at last years 5 k results, wanting to win or at least
get in the top 3 for my age group.

But, last year, the top 3 places were all in the 21 minutes catagory.
Yesterday, I ran 3.2 miles in 25:15, which is my best so far. (The 3.2
miles was calulated by the odometer in my truck so not sure how
accurate). Is it even conceivable to be able to get my time in the 21
minute catagory between now and then? Or am I just asking for
disappointment?

Other than just running more miles, (which I am trying to do) are there
techniques or strategis I should be employing? I really appreciate any
legitimate help.

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