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I'd just get period correct brifters, and see how you do.
I don't know you, so can't comment on your fitness or condition, but they always say, cheaper to lose 10 lbs off the belly than the bike, probably more beneficial as well.
If you do go down the upgraded group/bike route, another consideration for versatility on the triple/compact debate is SRAM Apex, compact double with wide ratio cassette. Have this on my Boardman and it makes light work of the Yorkshire dales that surround me.rarely find myself in bottom gear but thinking about using it for the Fred Whitton next year...
One downside is the jump between gears takes a little getting used to, compared to the closer gearing on my road bike, but once you get used to it tis fine..