Travis Barker Shares What Sparked Kourtney Kardashian Romance

Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian have a heartwarming friends-to-lovers story, evolving into a deeply affectionate relationship. Barker shared that their connection grew as they started working out together, which led to their blossoming romance.

“It’s one of the main reasons we were so close. We would always work out together and run together or do stuff like that together before we were ever in a relationship — we were workout buddies forever. It was what started it all,” he told People.

Barker explained how their shared interest in wellness inspired him to start his own 5K run called Run Travis Run. Named after an iconic scene from the 1994 film Forrest Gump starring Tom Hanks, the event will take place on two dates. The first will be held in Los Angeles on Saturday, July 6, followed by another run in Queens, New York on Sunday, July 21.

Kourtney Kardashian has been open about her body image after giving birth to their fourth child, Rocky Thirteen.

“BTS shooting all the promos for our @kardashianshulu billboards n’ stuff for season 5! I was 3 months postpartum and not feeling quite ready for a big shoot like this where there’s lots and lots of people watching me all day,” she wrote on her Instagram Story ahead of the new season of The Kardashians on Hulu.

“And even though my baby boy was with me all day on set, it’s not the same when I’m covered in makeup, in high heels, and wearing a dress versus our snuggly days at home in pajamas,” she continued.

The Lemme founder is focusing on the positives and the opportunities her job provides.

“Something I’ve been doing lately is shifting my mindset and thinking of the positives!” she added. “I am so blessed to be able to bring my baby to work. How fun to get to be glammed up when I’ve been home for months in pajamas. How blessed to get to work alongside my sisters and mom…we really have so much fun together! What a beautiful life!”

Shortly after giving birth, she posted about her health journey on Instagram.

“7 weeks postpartum,” Kourtney wrote on her Instagram Story on Dec. 20 with a photo of herself. “First day in the gym.”

She added: “Taking it easy, no rush. No pressure, mamas, your body is healing, it’s not a race.”

Kardashian and Barker got married in 2022 in Italy, surrounded by family and friends. The couple welcomed their first child together, Rocky Thirteen, in November 2023. Both have children from previous relationships. The Poosh founder shares sons Mason and Reign, and daughter Penelope with ex-boyfriend Scott Disick. Travis is the father to son Landon and daughter Alabama with ex-wife Shanna Moakler. Additionally, Barker acts as a stepfather to Atiana De La Hoya, Moakler’s daughter with ex Oscar De La Hoya.