OPERATION: FREEDOM OCR 5K
— PRESENTED BY THE LAB -
BREAK CHAINS. BUILD HOPE.
Join us for Operation: Freedom, a high-energy, Spartan-style race hosted by The Lab—benefiting Beyond Trafficking, a non-profit organization dedicated to fighting human trafficking and restoring lives.
This isn’t your average 5K. Over the course of 3 miles, participants will take on 10 unique obstacles, each designed to challenge your strength, grit, and determination. Think climbing, crawling, carrying, and conquering—every step pushing you forward in the fight for something bigger than yourself.
Whether you run solo or with a team, this event is about more than finishing strong. It’s about raising awareness, funding freedom, and standing up for those who can’t.
All proceeds go directly to Beyond Trafficking, supporting rescue missions, survivor rehabilitation, and educational outreach.
Every obstacle you conquer helps break the chains of human trafficking.
OBSTACLE COURSE BREAKDOWN
OBSTACLE 1 – WOODEN WALLS
• Scale vertical wooden walls
• Tests upper body strength, grip, and explosive power
• A classic challenge for climbers and jumpers alike
OBSTACLE 2 – OVER-UNDER WOODEN THROUGH WALLS
• Navigate a sequence of walls by going over, under, and through
• Requires agility, flexibility, and quick decision-making
• Keeps participants guessing with varied movement patterns
OBSTACLE 3 – BUCKET/SANDBAG CARRY LOOP
• Carry a weighted bucket or sandbag around a marked loop
• Builds endurance and core stability
• A grind-it-out challenge that rewards grit
OBSTACLE 4 – BALANCE BEAM
• Walk across a narrow beam without falling
• Tests balance, focus, and coordination
• Simple in concept, tricky in execution
OBSTACLE 5 – TIRE FLIPS
• Flip large tires over a set distance
• Demands raw strength and explosive power
• A fan-favorite for adrenaline and muscle burn
OBSTACLE 6 – SLANT WALL / SLIP WALL
• Climb a slanted wall with limited traction
• Combines technique, grip, and leg drive
• Often tackled with a rope assist or teamwork
OBSTACLE 7 – BARBED WIRE ARMY CRAWL
• Crawl low under barbed wire across rough terrain
• Tests mental toughness and body control
• A gritty, ground-level challenge
OBSTACLE 8 – FARMER’S CARRY (DUMBBELLS/KETTLEBELLS)
• Carry heavy weights in each hand over a distance
• Builds grip strength, posture, and endurance
• Simple, brutal, and effective
OBSTACLE 9 – SANDBAG UP AND OVERS
• Lift and toss sandbags over a high barrier repeatedly
• Combines power, coordination, and stamina
• A full-body strength test
OBSTACLE 10 – SANDBAG ROPE PULLS
• Pull a weighted sandbag toward you using a rope
• Engages arms, back, and core
• A tug-of-war against gravity
SIGN UP TODAY.
BRING YOUR TEAM.
LET’S RACE FOR A CAUSE THAT MATTERS.
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