Lance 'Buddy' Franklin hits the beach in Speedos ahead of AFL return

The Sydney Swans round one clash against Collingwood is just around the corner. Lance 'Buddy' Franklin showed off his lean, athletic figure as he took to the beach in Sydney on Sunday Stepping out in small black Speedos, the sportsman looked relaxed and healthy as he enjoyed a swim, showing off his sculpted body. Great shape: As he gears up for the upcoming AFL 2016 season, he was looking in the best shape he's been in a while Flaunting it: Stepping out in small black Speedos, the sportsman looked relaxed and healthy as he enjoyed a swim Happy and healthy: It is the latest in a string of healthy appearances made by the athlete this year since his hiatus from the sport in October When he returned to training in early December, he opened up about his struggle, saying his decision to seek medical help was 'the best' he has ever made. Taking some time: Buddy took three months off to seek treatment for mental health issues 'The best': When he returned to training in early December, he opened up about his struggle, saying his decision to seek medical help was 'the best' he has ever made Relaxation: The sportsman relaxed in the sun on some rocks 'He was off to training really early this morning and he's really happy and healthy and that's the most important thing.' Star forward: Buddy's 2015 season, which he withdrew from as they Swans went to through to the finals, was the first season he'd kicked under 50 goals for the year Betrothed: Buddy is engaged to model Jesinta Campbell 'He's doing really well, really well': His beloved said her man is currently in a good head space