Texas runner sparks debate after revealing she carries a gun while jogging

Texas runner and content creator Peyton Knight has sparked debate after posting a video showing that she carries a handgun when jogging alone. The clip has received more than eight million views, reflecting a wider discussion about women’s safety and the precautions some runners take.

Knight uses a belly-band holster to conceal a compact Ruger pistol while exercising. Many commenters supported her choice, while others, particularly outside the US, questioned why a gun should be part of a run; the article also cites high-profile killings of women runners and research showing that 92 per cent of female runners feel concerned for their safety, compared with 28 per cent of men.