2 residents say Olympic events at Northland living facility is about girl power [Video]

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Olympics got an early start Friday at Senior Star assisted living facility in the Northland, and two residents say it’s all about girl power.

“Come on girls, girl power,” resident Caren Seaman said as she threw up her fist and encouraged fellow residents to chant along.

Residents got to participate in Greek-inspired Olympic events on Friday.

“I’m participating in the chariot race because I have a chariot, her name is Big Bertha,” Seaman said pointing to her chair.

From discus throwing to horse and chariot races to arm wrestling, residents had several options to choose from.

Seaman’s friend and fellow resident, Paulette Wells, was most excited for arm wrestling.

“I could win against some people, yes,” Wells said. “It would be fun, especially to try on some of these men around here who think they’re Mighty Mouse.”

While the events are fun for the residents, …