Travis Barker has revealed that his and Kourtney Kardashian Barker’s love of exercise and wellness was the foundation of their relationship. The couple, who began dating in 2020 after being friends for several years, married in 2022. Now, the Blink-182 drummer attributes their shared passion for fitness to sparking their romance.
“It’s one of the main reasons we were so close,” Travis, 48, told People magazine. “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.”
In November, the couple welcomed their son Rocky, and Travis believes that maintaining their physical and mental health has helped them navigate the challenges of being new parents.
“We’ll do Pilates together, we’ll carve out a half hour or an hour every day to go out,” he said. He also starts his day by “walking 30 minutes while I consume some sort of audiobook or podcast. And I do the same thing at night because I’ve always struggled with sleeping, especially after shows when I’m wound up and hyper. I’ve just found wellness and working out is so critical for everything that I do.”
The couple also shares a passion for healthy eating. Travis revealed that Kourtney, 45, makes a “really good avocado shake” that he has since adapted to his own taste. “We’re both really into wellness. I introduced her to matcha back in the day. She’s introduced me to particular foods”, Daily Mail.
Their diet is primarily vegan, with Kourtney adhering to a vegan diet about 75 percent of the time. “She’s been great,” Travis said. “It’s amazing to be with someone that has the same love for wellness.”
Travis and Kourtney’s commitment to fitness and wellness not only strengthens their bond but also supports their busy lifestyle and the demands of parenthood. Their shared interests have fostered a relationship built on mutual support and a common goal of staying healthy.
The couple’s journey from workout buddies to life partners showcases the importance of shared values and interests in building a strong, lasting relationship. As they continue to navigate their lives together, their dedication to wellness remains a central pillar of their connection.