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Catherine Tyldesley dons gym gear for Strictly Come Dancing training with partner Johannes Radebe

The Strictly Come Dancing live shows are just around the corner and the celebrity contestants are hitting rehearsals hard to be ready on time.

And Catherine Tyldesley was seen arriving at the dance studio in Manchester raring to go for training on Wednesday.

The former Coronation Street star, 35, was joined by her professional dance partner Johnannes Rade, 32.

Looking the part, Catherine was stylish as she sported her workout gear for the low-key outing.

She donned a pair of black leggings, powder blue trainers and a matching hoodie as she prepared to be put through her paces by the South African born hunk.

Catherine Tyldelsey arriving for Strictly Come Dancing rehearsals on Wednesday (FARRELL / BACKGRID)
She was joined by her professional dance partner Johnannes Rade (FARRELL / BACKGRID)

Catherine carried a small Gucci bag on one shoulder and a big bug-print holdall on the other.

Ever chic, she matched the holdall with her umbrella, which also had an insect design.

She carried a cup of Costa coffee, clearing getting a much-needed caffeine boost for the demanding rehearsals.

Catherine sported her workout gear (FARRELL / BACKGRID)
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The soap star had a nervous grin as she arrived for her training in the rain.

Johannes looked effortlessly cool in a leather jacket and black Adidas tracksuit, which he wore with a matching sports bag.

He joined Strictly last year but this is his first year being partnered with a celebrity.

The pair will dance live on Strictly Come Dancing next week (BBC/Kieron McCarron)

Johannes was clearly thrilled to be put with Catherine, writing on Instagram earlier this week: "I mean...!

"Thank you all for your well wishes and support for @auntiecath17 and I, much appreciated.

"First day of rehearsals tomorrow, let the good times roll. #teamcatjo @bbcstrictly #strictly."

Strictly Come Dancing starts on September 21 on BBC One

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