Ep. 127: Chess Study Plans & Formulas, the Club-Level Thought Process, Tournament Strategy & More feat. James Nidds
James Nidds is a 58-year-old amateur player and LI Chess Club regular rated 1808 (US Chess) at the time of this recording. He offers a great deal of advice and perspective on chess improvement as an adult. Talking points include the following & more:
Beginners should focus on these THREE things
The FOUR characteristics all good players possess
How to handle opponents who play aggressively
Why the 2000 Kasparov-Kramnik match changed James' approach permanently
A sample chess study regimen
James' belief that electronic training tools are more effective than books
Why the idea that amateurs…
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