Kourtney Kardashian Barker Supports Travis Barker as He Runs a Half Marathon on NYE
Travis Barker, the famous drummer of Blink-182, had a fantastic end to 2023. He ran a half marathon on New Year’s Eve and celebrated with his wife, Kourtney Kardashian Barker, and their blended family. Here are all the details of his impressive feat and his romantic night.
How Travis Barker prepared for the half marathon
Travis Barker has a remarkable story of overcoming adversity and finding joy in running. He survived a plane crash in 2008 that killed four people and left him with severe burns. He told Runner’s World that he started running six to eight months after the crash to heal physically and mentally. He said running became his therapy, and he felt off if he didn’t run daily.
He also followed a half-marathon training plan, including long runs, speed intervals, and general aerobic runs. He ate a plant-based diet and drank plenty of water to fuel his performance. He said he wanted to challenge himself and inspire others by running a half marathon.
The event that Travis Barker participated in
The event that Travis Barker participated in was the High Tide Runs Half Marathon in Santa Monica on New Year’s Eve. It was a 13.1-mile race along the beach, starting and ending at the Santa Monica Pier. The event was organized by High Tide Runs, a company that hosts running events and offers coaching services.
Travis Barker finished the half marathon in 2 hours and 8 minutes, earning a medal and the admiration of many. He ran 13.14 miles at an average pace of 9:45 per mile or 6:03 per kilometer. He said he was happy with his result and thanked everyone who supported him.
How Kourtney Kardashian Barker supported her husband during the half marathon
Throughout the half marathon, Kourtney Kardashian Barker, the reality TV star and entrepreneur, was by her husband’s side. She cheered him on from the sidelines at the Santa Monica State Beach and the marathon’s finish line. She also posted photos of the event on her Instagram Story and praised his achievement with a flexed bicep emoji and a red heart.
She also joined him for a New Year’s Eve dinner with a romantic table setting featuring a heart and cross. The nature and cross symbolize their love and faith, as they are devout Christians. They also wore matching rings with the same symbol, which they exchanged during their wedding in October.
How the couple celebrated New Year’s Eve after the half-marathon
The couple celebrated New Year’s Eve after the half marathon in style and comfort. They wore matching black-and-white pajamas with graphics and festive accessories, such as light-up 2023 glasses and a hat that said “HAPPY NEW YEAR!” They toasted the new year with red champagne flutes and enjoyed a cozy night on a couch together.
They also spent the holiday as a blended family with Travis’ son, Landon’s stepdaughter, Atiana De La Hoya, and Landon’s girlfriend, Charli D’Amelio. They all posed for a group photo and wished their fans a happy new year. Kourtney also shared a sweet photo of her and Travis kissing under a mistletoe.
The children of Kourtney Kardashian Barker and Travis Barker
Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker have one child together and six children separately. Their son, Rocky Thirteen Barker, was born on November 1, 2023. His name holds special significance as Rocky is the thirteenth grandchild in Kourtney’s mother, Kris Jenner’s extended family. Rocky is also the name of Travis’ favorite musician and movie.
The couple has been very supportive of each other’s children and have formed a happy blended family. They often share photos and videos of their family outings and activities on social media.
Rocky’s name is more significant, blending Travis Barker’s musical inspirations and personal beliefs. Paying homage to Suicidal Tendencies’ guitarist, Rocky George, and the iconic film “Rocky,” the name echoes Barker’s admiration for music and cinematic greatness. The number “Thirteen” holds a special place in Barker’s heart, symbolizing significance as the thirteenth grandchild in the Kardashian-Jenner family and as a powerful number etched into Barker’s own story, tattooed on his arm.
Travis Barker’s marathon triumph wasn’t just a feat of physical endurance but a testament to resilience, love, and the bond he shares with Kourtney and their extended family. As they embark on this new chapter with Rocky at the center of their universe, their journey continues to inspire, resonating far beyond the finish line.