Everton midfielder James Garner feels manager Sean Dyche's approach suits him.
Garner came through the youth system at Manchester United before making the move to Everton.
He told the club's match programme: “When I was growing up at Carrington you had to wear black boots, and everyone was given the same ones, so you'd all look the same. I can't speak for any other clubs, but when I came through at United, I feel like how they bring you up as a player and as a young lad and then a man – I feel like I've had a really good grounding.
“The manager here is definitely old school in everything he does – ensuring standards are high and rules are met.
“It's the old-school feel that he brings to a squad. You can see the benefits how it has helped us have a really strong team spirit and I like the way he's very straight- talking. You know where you stand."
Garner also said: “He definitely makes sure we do the extra hard yards. For example, if we have a longer week than usual when the games are further apart, then he'll have us doing more running. But you can see the rewards because having a fit squad is definitely beneficial in this league.
“I wouldn't say I was surprised by [the manager's sessions] because I prepared myself. I'd heard about the type of manager he is, so I felt ready for what he threw at me. I wasn't here for 'Gaffer's Day,' because I was with England Under- 21s at the Euros so I don't know what that consists of. I didn't ask because I didn't want to find out!
“There's the bleep test, but other than that, there aren't loads of other tests. It's more just standard running to keep you fit. And it'll depend on what type of running he wants you to do – whether that's short and sharp and explosive, or hitting maximum speed to make sure your hamstrings are ready to go. It all just depends, really.
“For the bleep test, I'm not sure exactly what the number is, but there is a target that you don't want to be below. There's an average, and if you're above it, then you're deemed one of the fittest in the squad. I'd say I'm above average!"
