The Malcolm X Park Weight Club is an informal group of guys who meet most weekday mornings in Malcolm X Park to lift weights and socialize. Featured are Vernon, who founded the group, and his friends Black, New Boo, and Jake.
This video was produced by Andrew Schwalm a resident of 51st Street and member of the Friends of Malcolm X Park.
Google Maps: 52nd & Pine Streets

G. Unit, if it's south of Market Street it's Southwest Philly.
Posted by: mfeagans | May 26, 2011 at 09:51 PM
Malcom X. Park, formerly "Black Oak Park" is NOT located in SouthWest Philadelphia. The park is in WEST Philadelphia.
Posted by: G Unit | May 26, 2011 at 08:59 PM
What a great story! Really inspiring.
Posted by: Sara Wedeman | July 31, 2009 at 09:59 AM