Octopussies & Kilimanjaro: Wild Adventures at 80+

Welcome back to Crazy Good Aging, where we celebrate bold women rewriting the script on what it means to age. In this episode, meet: The Octopussies – two dynamic sisters, aged 85 and 87, who are still racing in the Buffalo Bayou Regatta after a lifetime of sailing and paddling. Their wit, sisterly banter, and competitive spirit prove age is no barrier to adventure. Mary Holmes, a lifelong hiker who attempted to summit Mount Kilimanjaro at 80. Though altitude sickness cut her journey short, Mary's story is a powerful lesson in resilience, reframing failure, and daring greatly at any age. Whether it's navigating rivers or mountain ranges, these women remind us: It's never too late to surprise yourself. Subscribe and follow for more real-life inspiration from extraordinary women who prove that growing older means growing bolder. — Chapters: 00:00 – Welcome to Crazy Good Aging 00:45 – Meet the Octopussies: Paddling into Their 80s 06:32 – How They Stay Active Without Training 10:10 – Sisterhood, Secrets & Staying Young 13:00 – Meet Mary Holmes: Hiking Kilimanjaro at 80 17:45 – Training for the Climb 21:50 – Facing Disappointment and Finding Joy 25:00 – Mary's Message to Women: You're Not Too Old — Key Themes Active aging Women over 80 Outdoor adventure Sisterhood Resilience Mindset and aging Fitness over 60/70/80 Trailblazing women Life after retirement