The Power Hour: A Walk of Brotherhood, Strength, and Healing

Power Hour

One of the most uplifting moments I’ve experienced was walking with a group of powerful brothers during what we call the Power Hour—and hearing Brother Hawk shout out with passionate conviction, “All Praise is Due!” That kind of energy is contagious. It sets the tone for the walk, a walk that’s not just about physical steps around FedEx Field, but about spiritual strides and mental breakthroughs.

Every Saturday morning, rain or shine, these brothers show up. Brother Hawk. Brother Jamie. Other sharp-minded men who bring consistency, loyalty, and depth to what has become more than just a routine—it’s become a movement. When I was first invited to join, it was more than an honor; it was a gift. A safe space. A circle of men gathering not just for fitness, but for real conversation. A space where steel sharpens steel, where the thoughts we exchange leave a lasting impact long after the final lap.

We begin each walk with a prayer. Sometimes that moment of reverence sets the tone for an hour-long conversation that could only be described as soul-stirring. Because let’s be honest—you can’t talk about power without talking about God. God is the power. The source of the strength that fuels our bodies, minds, and spirits.

And this isn’t just a gathering. This is a call to action—especially for Black men. Far too many of us face health challenges that can be prevented with care, movement, and community. This walk is about reclaiming that narrative. It’s about choosing health. Choosing brotherhood. Choosing to show up for ourselves and one another. In a world that often weighs heavily on the shoulders of men, this walk is our resistance, our therapy, and our declaration that we are worth the effort.

I’ll never forget when Brother Roger shared a powerful poem one Saturday. It ignited something in all of us:

"Until the lion tells his story, the tale of the hunt will glorify the hunter." A West African proverb that Brother Roger expanded with truth: “A West African poet, a condescended born on American soil...When the hunter tells the tale, it brings him glory, But today I’ll share the lion’s side of the story. The hunter said we’re ignorant, lazy, and poor, But we built the first university and named it Sankore. He said we did nothing great to help or inspire, But we built up great cities, nations, and empires. He used feudalism first to enslave his own people, While telling us the lie that we are not equal. He brought his castles to the Ivory Coast, Took away our people on slavery boats. Dungeons confined thousands at a time, The walls echoed the cries of your ancestors and mine. Millions were lost when the Middle Passage crossed, Caribbean seasoning incurred many losses. The domestic slave trade where millions were slain, And even today, many shackles remain. Brutality and hate are still poured on our people.”

That poem didn't just echo across the parking lot—it echoed through our spirits. Because when Black men gather and walk with purpose, pray with intention, and speak with truth, it’s not just a stroll—it’s a statement.

So if you’re reading this, and you’re a brother looking for community, healing, accountability, or just some fresh air with real conversation, join us every Saturday morning @ 6:45am meet-up at the Parking lot. 7am walk begins . 1600 FedEx Way, Landover, MD 20785

POC: Brother Hawk And Brother Jamie

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The Power Hour isn’t exclusive—it’s inviting. And it’s waiting for you. Because when men walk together with God at the center, that’s where transformation begins.