Queen Elizabeth is supporting Prime Minister Boris Johnson's efforts to completely recover from coronavirus. She has given Johnson the permission to exercise at Buckingham Palace, where there's a big, protected open space and a tennis court from which he can physically stay fit.
Reports stated that the British leader has improved his exercise regimen so that he can get back in shape. At 55, Johnson's bout with coronavirus was quite alarming as he was in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the St. Thomas' Hospital for several days.
According to People, Johnson has been spotted exercising in public spaces, such as the St. James Park in London, since he got out of the hospital. However, the Buckingham Palace grounds offer more privacy and security from the prying media and bystanders.
Johnson has also been seen exercising with his girlfriend Carrie Symonds, who recently gave birth, at a different site. They have been jogging at the Lambeth Palace with the prime minister's beloved dog, Dilyn. This place is owned by the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, who likely gave his permission for the couple to do the dog walks and jogs.
According to Tatler, exercising isn't new to Johnson as he is known to be a runner and a cyclist. However, his COVID-19 symptoms have been so severe that it's important for him to double up on his physical health given the longstanding effects of the disease in the body.
Meanwhile, Buckingham Palace should have opened to the public at this time of the year. However, because of the coronavirus scare, the Queen's tourist sites have been shut down indefinitely to control the spread of the virus.
Queen Elizabeth is currently isolating at Windsor Castle, several miles away from London. The site's public spaces have also been shut down to protect the Queen and Prince Philip from contracting the virus.
Buckingham Palace announced in early May that the Queen will likely be staying in Windsor for the rest of her isolation. Since travel and movement could raise the risk of infection for the elderly, those working for Queen Elizabeth said that they will not risk her health.
The royals have only 24 helpers at Windsor Castle who are expected to follow strict health and safety protocols. Workers are divided into shifts and are expected to stay in for three weeks at a time. They are also asked to quarantine and take tests to ensure that are not virus carriers before they come back to Windsor for their next shift.
