Mickey Linden was able to play long after he was 30
With the league season fast approaching, Pauric Grimes has written article giving advice to those over 30s who are trying to get their place on a club team full of younger men than them.
He says: “For a club footballer in his early to mid 30s it all comes down to this – training quality over quantity.
“When time is at a premium, whatever time you do have allotted for training must be spent well.
“Do not neglect strength training.
“Sports scientists have proven time and time again that lifting weights in-season will help reduce the chance of injuries.”
Patric Grimes goes on to outline that over 30s should take during their season to avoid injury and to stay strong.
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