Monday's weights session saw the players focus mostly on their lower body strength following a big session out on the track in the morning.
View photos from the gym below.
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Cyril Rioli in action.
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Grant Birchall works on his back muscles.
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Youngster Alex Woodward got through his first competitive hit-out in two years on Friday, his return is imminent.
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Defender Ben Stratton working hard.
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Rookie Ben Ross is always keen to impress in the gym.
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Jack Gunston balances as he lifts weights.
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Sam Grimley ponders the season ahead before getting stuck into his program.
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Ruckman Ben McEvoy in action.
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Will Luke Breust have another big year for the Hawks? He has had a great pre-season so far.
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Brian Lake the weightlifter?
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Jordan Lewis concentrates as he balances on one leg.
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Liam Shiels keeps his focus during the session.