Photos from training - 30th January, 2012

[Hellish Inferno 992]

True to my word here are some photos I took from Monday's session which I didn't get a chance to post on the other thread before it got locked.

Please do not derail this topic with any further discussion on certain players etc...thank you!

[Robbie57 2,026]

Has Beamer lost bulk? Or has everyone else gone up a step? In the first photo he doesn't stand out the way he used to.

[Straight Sets Simon 23,113]

I've noticed this a few times but does anyone know why Jetta is always wearing a fluro training top? He seems to be the only one that does so.

[PRIME 41]

Has Beamer lost bulk? Or has everyone else gone up a step? In the first photo he doesn't stand out the way he used to.

I think its the combination of the two he has definately gotten trimmed down but i think he looks fitter and yeah we actually look like a decent sized football team now!

[McQueen 17,867]

trenners_09, thanks for going to the effort of taking these photos and providing them online.

Much appreciated mate.

[rjay 25,301]

Thanks for the photos mate, much appreciated.

[Roger Mellie 4,173]

I've noticed this a few times but does anyone know why Jetta is always wearing a fluro training top? He seems to be the only one that does so.

So players know not to tackle him because of shoulder injury

[dee-luded 2,959]

Sylvia looks even more developed through the torso & thighs. Looks more explosive.

[Straight Sets Simon 23,113]

So players know not to tackle him because of shoulder injury

That makes sense, thanks.

[waynewussell 6,881]

Thanks again trenners.

[old55 23,833]

Cale's so thin he doesn't even show up in the photos!

[Guest Finnson]

Is that Morton in the 11th photo with the white hat on?

[Grimes Times 1,278]

Has Beamer lost bulk? Or has everyone else gone up a step? In the first photo he doesn't stand out the way he used to.

I was told Beamer was told to loose 6kg at the start of pre-season, which he wasnt happy about.

[drdrake 3,203]

I posted this last week, Moloney was to top heavy last year and he looks like a to me that he has addressed this. There is a big difference between muscle mass and strength. Just because you have big arms doesn't mean you are strong. It is all about power to weight ratio, some blokes cant put on weight but it doesn't mean they are not getting stronger.

[DemonWA 3,940]

I was told Beamer was told to loose 6kg at the start of pre-season, which he wasnt happy about.

Looks like he lost 3kg from each bicep.

[DemonWA 3,940]

I posted this last week, Moloney was to top heavy last year and he looks like a to me that he has addressed this. There is a big difference between muscle mass and strength. Just because you have big arms doesn't mean you are strong. It is all about power to weight ratio, some blokes cant put on weight but it doesn't mean they are not getting stronger.

he holds a fair few of the weight lifting records at the club doesnt he? (remember him telling tappy not to get any stronger during a bumps and bruises epp). I'd presume that means he wasnt all bulk and no strength?

[McQueen 17,867]

he holds a fair few of the weight lifting records at the club doesnt he? (remember him telling tappy not to get any stronger during a bumps and bruises epp). I'd presume that means he wasnt all bulk and no strength?

I believe Magner would be challenging all records in that regard.

In general, the team appears to be in great shape.

[Steamin Demon 401]

Thanks alot for the photos Trenners it's much appreciated.

[Jesse Christ 2,884]

Magner is massive. Can he kick or is he an in and under handball type?

[Jack Jack 415]

Beamer is interviewed at around 6:10. He mentions that he wants to get leaner in order to cover more ground.

So I don't think he would have been too surprised that he had to lose some bulk.

[McQueen 17,867]

Magner is massive. Can he kick or is he an in and under handball type?

In his words, "I like the nitty-gritty".

That said, what I've seen on highlights reel is pretty good from a skills perspective, including kicking. I hope he does well.

[640MD 3,490]

I was there Monday and yes they all look bigger, So much so that I had heaps of trouble picking some players names

maybe I need better glasses, Some obvious that I recognised easily, the better known players but all the same

its not easy, Some names on those photos, which are great, would help !!

Go Dees give 'em HELL !!!

[drdrake 3,203]

he holds a fair few of the weight lifting records at the club doesnt he? (remember him telling tappy not to get any stronger during a bumps and bruises epp). I'd presume that means he wasnt all bulk and no strength?

And if we can improve or maintain his records at a reduced weight therefor increasing his power to weight ratio he will be better for this.

[Undeeterred 3,127]

Just looking at a few of those photos, does anybody else get the feeling Chipper is going to absolutely monster some blokes this year?

[rolly 149]

williams looks massive and ready to go...can't believe how much competition there is for big men in our forward line. what a difference 12months makes.