Chess Calisthenics  

Training exercises, without resistance, that will strengthen your ability to analyze tactical chess positions.

August 2008
Wins by Mikhail Botvinnik
Morphy's Combinations
Alekhine's Combinations

August 2008
Morphy's Combinations

August 2008
ChessCalisthenics
Training exercises, without resistance, that will strengthen your ability to analyze tactical positions. more

2006-03-24
Combinations

The fastest way to improve is to replay chess combinations. more



Be able to conduct sound analysis because you quickly recognize tactical threats.

Be familiar with tactical themes that tend to recur during actual games.

Be able to quickly identify a potential combination.

Develop a deep appreciation for the interaction of the pieces.