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Online Chess

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 18:47:51 +0000

Said to have originated in China in the 2nd century, chess is definitely one of the ancient ways of entertainment. However, some historians claims that this game of strategies was born in India in the 6th century. Through the years, it has evolved from the traditional game of chess that we know today [...]

Strength Training – Vital for MMA pound for pound

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 15:47:01 +0000

If you remember the moves of the late Bruce Lee, those were the best examples of moves that undertake strength training. Developing a phenomenal strength is necessary and at the same time maintaining the required body weight. Some of the exercise that could help build your strength includes bench presses, curls, dead lifts, pull-ups, rows, [...]

Play Chess Vs Computer – Defeating your Best Opponent

Sat, 26 Dec 2009 16:15:22 +0000

In relation to technology advancements, there were things that can be found on computers especially these days. These include computer programs, robotics, machines and of course computer games. Talking about computer games, chess was known as the popular one. Since chess has been introduced all over the world, many people were encouraged to play. Now [...]

Useful tips to use the Queen effectively in chess

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 18:05:18 +0000

Chess Strategies – Few ways to move your Queen

The adage, “Practice makes Perfect” suits perfectly for the game of chess in many ways. Chess is basically a game involving serious thinking and there is no specific formula that one can memorize and try to win games more frequently than others. Another interesting aspect [...]

Endgame Definition

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:50:21 +0000

If you want to win at chess, begin with the ending. —Irving Chernev

A lot has been written to date about endgame, but what’s the endgame? How to properly define it and how to know when the middlegame ends and endgame starts is a subject of discussion.

The usual definition is the obvious “final stage of a [...]

Chess: Patience, Intelligence and Dedication

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 03:54:28 +0000

“Checkmate”…If you play chess then it has to be your favorite word. I was asked by a friend of mine; can normal boy play chess? Or it’s the game of gifted once? Huh! Kidding? But wait a minute…most of them are follower of this misconception. Every one can play chess…to become a good player though [...]