But on Tuesday, Collingwood's fitness staff had other ideas.
The players endured a solid physical workout on the sand, including a round of push ups after dipping in the water.
Collingwoodfc.com.au has published a photo gallery from the morning's session below.
Ben Sinclair and Nathan Brown prepare for the chill.
Darren Jolly cools his legs while pumping his arms.
Alan Toovey and Lachlan Keeffe prepare for pain.
Tooves gets some air in his lungs while Keeffe winces his way through another set.
The weather won't be as kind when the players return to the Sea Baths during the winter!
