Photo Gallery: Pre-season heats up
View the latest images from Essendon's training session on Friday morning at the True Value Solar Centre.
The players prepare for an intense session under the extreme conditions.
Jake Carlisle prepares for the training session ahead.
Mark Baguley looks in good condition just a month out from NAB Challenge matches beginning.
Jake Melksham and Will Hams feel the heat as they run around the oval.
Joe Daniher sends direction to his teammates further up the field.
Fletch takes a break with some Gatorade.
Leroy Jetta practices his goal kicking at training.
Cory Dell'Olio chases the ball down with tenacity.
The players stop for a break between drills.
Michael Hurley reaches in for the spoil during match simulation.
Brendon Goddard shapes to handball to a teammate.
Ben Howlett in the moment as he kicks the ball up the field.
Please note: All photos in this gallery are courtesy of Dave Savell