Jesse Hogan appears to be making giant strides in his recovery from a long-term foot injury as Fremantle’s full squad kicked off their pre-season at Cockburn this morning.

The key forward returned to the track, running laps and completing kicking drills and set shots away from the main training group.

The former Demon, who will be on a modified training program until after Christmas, was in good shape and moving well.

He hasn’t played at AFL level since round 14 last season.

Dual Brownlow medallist Nat Fyfe (shoulder) also ran laps on his own as the Dockers’ senior players joined their first-to-fourth year teammates for the first time under new coach Justin Longmuir.

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The Freo skipper had post-season shoulder surgery and only recently returned from an overseas holiday.

Camera Icon Jesse Hogan of the Dockers celebrates after scoring a goal during the round 13 AFL match between the Fremantle Dockers and the Port Adelaide. Credit: via Getty Images

Dashing defender Nathan Wilson (toe) watched on from the sidelines on crutches with his right foot in a protective boot.

Michael Walters, who started the pre-season early with his younger teammates, only briefly appeared outside, limping around without any shoes on.

Defender Alex Pearce (ankle) was also on light duties and spent most of the session inside.

Maligned forward Cam McCarthy has come back in great nick, while a shirtless second-year midfielder Brett Bewley cut an imposing upper body figure.