In my experience this is very true. I was a better chess player aged 11 than I am now.<p>Think like a Grandmaster is a great book that illustrates how tactical chess analysis is -- all about iteration and composition of simple value judgements.<p>However, I have found books about chess strategy to be a very useful way to practise tactical thinking. For example, following the thematic sections in Think like a Grandmaster, or something like Bobby Fischer&#x27;s analysis of his most memorable games (which both cover strategic concepts like two bishops or a strong centre) <i>requires</i> tactical analysis -- you&#x27;re visualising moves and combinations in your head and making value judgements about positions just to follow along.<p>So strategy is a great way for an older player to keep tactical practice interesting!