In training for my October 1/2 marathon, I've decided to dabble in a few smaller 5 and 10k races along the way. I remembered that I had done the Holy COW 10k and was hoping that I hadn't missed it this year. I searched for it, and sure enough, it's this coming Saturday! My new goal... 1 hr!

Holy COW here I come!

Unfortunately he has this habit of complaining about being tired, thirsty, you name it, about 3/4 of a mile into it. I love him to bits and pieces and just tell him he's the one who wanted to come along. Once he makes it just past the half way point, he's back on track and happy as a clam.

Anyone have similar experiences? How do you handle it and avoid complaints besides just telling them they can't go along?

If anyone else is training for this run I would love to hear from you!