Strictly Come Dancing is back in business as the professional dancers and celebrities begin their training.

Janette Manrara shared a photo of her and the 16 other Strictly pros, relaxing in the sunshine as they prepared for the first official rehearsal of Strictly 2016.

Even Tess Daly came along, though she declined to put on leggings, lycra or a leotard.

But the day took its toll.

Ed Balls wrote on Twitter: β€œJust finished the first full day of Strictly training – eight hours rehearsing the first group dance – the professionals are brilliant and I am shattered – I thought running the London marathon was hard, but I don’t think I have ever been so exhausted.”

And his costume fitting left him feeling a little unfit…

Strictly is returning on Saturday September 3, leaving plenty of time for Will Young, Laura Whitmore, Judge Rinder and all the rest to polish off their moves.