But that has not stopped Obiri of dreaming to one day break the world record, which currently stands at 14:11.15, set by Ethiopian Tirunesh Dibaba back in 2008.

In fact, the top four fastest times are all held by Ethiopians including Almaz Ayana (14:12.59) and Meseret Defer 14:12.88.

Obiri's time of 14:18.37 in Rome in 2017 is the fifth fastest. However, last year in London, Obiri kicked away from Dutchwoman Sifan Hassan to take the 5,000m in 14:20.36, a meet record and 2019 fastest time.

She held off compatriot Agnes Tirop, who clocked 14:20.68, the second-fastest time in 2019.

"We will try to adjust and adapt to the new season. For now, I have to start the intensive training. Obviously I want to go out and improve on my personal best times and probably fight for titles so it is about switching my mindset," Obiri said from Kisii.

To start off the season, Obiri believes she will have to tone down and seek speed over the 3,000m distance.

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