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Tuesday, December 16, 2014
4 Top Chess Downloads for Chess Beginners!
Hello chess blog friends, are you looking for some chess downloads as gifts for chess beginners in your life? Check out these four top recommendations from www.chesskingtraining.com -
Hello chess blog friends, are you happy with your chess progress? Or, are you stuck at the chess beginner level and want to progress to club level with least effort and fast? Check out this very cool piece of chess software:
From Beginner to Club Player This teaching program is a kind of guide. It will introduce you to the rules and laws of chess and let you work your way of improvement from the level of Beginner to the one of Club Player.
In the course 100 chess topics are considered including rules of chess game; methods of playing in opening, middle game and ending; combinational techniques and basic elements of strategy. All in all, the course contains500 teaching examples and 700 exercises useful for consolidation of acquired knowledge.
A built-in playing program makes your own additional training possible and provides you with an opportunity to get answers while solving the exercises.
Languages: English
System Requirements: IBM-compatible PC, 256 Mb RAM, Hard Disk 100 Mb of free disk space, Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7/8. No additional software required.
Hello chess blog friends, here are 5 chess qualities every Grandmaster has. Do you think you could develop these qualities as well? You can, if you train properly, love chess and are committed to improving your game.
1 - Determination: Losing hurts plenty, but you can make a long list of Grandmasters who bounce back. They lose and then get back to winning everything. The most obvious name from contemporary GMs is of course former World Chess Champion Viswanathan Anand he totally dominated the Candidates when everyone wrote him off after his loss to Magnus Carlsen at the World Chess Championship 2014 in Chennai. Stay determined and never give up in the face of failure in chess... and life. 2 - Hard work: Loads and loads of it. There's not a single Grandmaster on the planet who has not worked hard - with a trainer, or without. Grandmasters work just as hard as any other sportsperson to hone their talent and skill. This training should also be systematic with a balanced use of chess software, coach and regular playing practice. 3 - Fitness: Your chess won't go anywhere if you do not focus on fitness. Playing a game of chess at the top level requires utmost physical effort even though chess is defined as a mental game. The simple idea is that if your body is not fit, your mind won't work well. So, do take up a physical activity, exercise or just get walking and watch your rating go up by itself. 4 - Passion for chess: It is highly recommended that you play chess as long as you enjoy it without focusing too much on results. The results come according to several factors, but if you have no passion for the game you just won't do well. This is very important for chess parents who often push kids into tough training for chess when the kid's heart lies elsewhere. Passion for chess will make you walk that extra mile that will make the difference between a regular master and a special GM! Think about it. 5 - Able to adjust quickly: This is a very important quality to develop as a chess player. Chess tournaments are held across the world in varying conditions from air-conditioned halls to hot and humid venues. Don't let your game be affected by the conditions you play in. You are sure to keep your chess at a steady level of improvement if you can learn to adjust quickly and easily. Not every chess player starts off as World No. 1, but by no means is the task not worthy of pursuing.
So, keep at it and stay happy with the beautiful gift of chess in your life.
Chess Blog for Daily Chess News and Trivia (c) Alexandra Kosteniuk, 2014
Hello everyone, May chess fulfill you this weekend. It's a cold February and you just might want to stay home. Here are five chess things to do to keep the fire going in your heart:
1 - Find a romantic chess partner! When you do find one, you will automatically know what to do ;)
2 - Wonder who is going to win the Candidates Chess tournament in Khanty-Mansiysk beginning this March 13. Then try to evaluate his chances of success versus World Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen - the highest-rated human ever on the planet - in the world title match later this year. 3 - Do some chess shopping at our brand new, most affordable yet strong chess training stuff website: www.chesskingtraining.com. You will finds lots of amazing discounts there.
4 - Spend hours solving chess puzzles at the Chess King puzzles page. There are some brilliant tactics in the library at Chess King which are sure to give you endless joy and improve your rating as well. 5 - Imagine hosting the Women's World Chess Championship 2014 and going on a dinner date with the winner.
Now that you should keep you busy. Have fun with chess and share it with us.
Alexandra Kosteniuk Launches Fantastic Chess Megastore: Best Chess Stuff at Cheapest Price, Huge Range
Chess Blog for Daily Chess News and Trivia (c) Alexandra Kosteniuk, 2014
Hello everyone,
This is as huge as it gets when it comes to a chess megastore. 12th Women's World Chess Champion Chess Queen™ Alexandra Kosteniuk has launched a fantastic, super-stocked chess DVD and download megastore.
DVDs, PC software, Chess King, Wide range of Trainers for all levels - beginners, club level, advanced, Convekta products, Kosteniuk videos - Software downloads for PC and Mac, DVD video downloads and lots more.
12th Women's World Chess Champion, Chess Queen™ Alexandra Kosteniuk is loved for her attacking style of play, bringing style and glamour to chess and teaching chess through free through her fantastic videos, blogs and social media streams - DVDs must for any chess lover.
Ultimate Chess Training: Affordable, Super-Strong, Easy: Chess King with Houdini 4
New Chess King Software Announced December 2013! CHESS KING 4 DEEP and CHESS KING 4 PRO ! Check the categories SOFTWARE – DOWNLOADS – UPGRADES. Email us if questions or check our COMPARISON PAGE. PRE-ORDER/BUY YOUR COPY TODAY!
Wholesale Chess Now Selling Chess King Training DVDs, Software: 10% Off Through Sept 8
Alexandra Kosteniuk's Chess Blog for Daily Chess News and Trivia (c) 2013
Hi everyone,
Wholesale Chess is pleased to announce that the company has added the Chess King software and training DVDs to their extensive selection of chess software and DVDs. Chess King 2 and 3 are now available to purchase on the website. When customers buy Chess King 2, they will also receive the top-selling chess playing software, Houdini 2. Chess King 3 includes Houdini 3, which has all of the robust features of Houdini 2 but also supports up to six core processors for faster analysis.
“We are excited to have the Chess King Software and DVDs available to our customers,” says Neil Essig, the Marketing Manager at Wholesale Chess. “Not only are we carrying Chess King 2 and 3, but we have also added three levels of Chess King Tactics software, as well as Chess King Opening, Middle Game, and Endgame software.”
In addition to new software, Wholesale Chess has added six training DVDs from Chess King. The series Complete Chess Course features training on Opening Principles, Tactics and Strategy, and Endgames. Those who want to focus on their opening moves can purchase a DVD from the series Chess King’s Guide to Opening Ideas, which includes Open Games, Semi-Open Games, and Closed Games. These six titles can be viewed on a standard DVD player or DVD ROM drive.
For a limited time, Wholesale Chess is offering an introductory promotion of 10% off all Chess King titles. Use the promo code “ChessKing” in your shopping cart to receive 10% off all Chess King Software and DVDs. This promotion is valid through September 8th, 2013 and can be combined with free shipping to the continental U.S. on all orders over $50.
These new titles are limited in stock and will sell quickly. Don’t wait—check out the complete line of Chess King products at http://www.WholesaleChess.com.
About Wholesale Chess Wholesale Chess is the number one supplier of chess sets and equipment on the web. We have thousands of items in stock ready to ship today. Some of the company’s customers include game shops, chess clubs, schools, after-school programs, libraries, prisons, churches, and individual chess enthusiasts around the world.
If you would like more information on this topic or want to contact Wholesale Chess, call 801-544-4242 or email info@wholesalechess.com. Wholesale Chess is located at 695 North 900 West Ste. 5, Kaysville, UT, 84037.
Super Chess King Software: Become a GM with Houdini Chess Engine, GigaKing
We're getting the brand new hot chess software Chess King 2 and 3 DVD disks in stock tomorrow, get them today! Only $39 for Chess King 2 with Houdini 2 Chess engine and GigaKing
Top Chess Blog for Tactics, Puzzles, Software, Games - www.chess-king.com!
Chess blog for latest chess news and chess trivia (c) Alexandra Kosteniuk, 2013 Hi everyone, The World Chess Cup 2013 is round the corner and the World Chess Championship 2013 is coming up this year as well. Isn't this just the right time to follow a chess blog that gives you top-class tactics, puzzles, games and software - for all levels of playing strength?
Chess King™ (www.chess-king.com) has a nice shop that offers you chess software program that is state-of-the-art, powerful, complete, easy to use, educational and most of all affordable so that anybody could use it. The shop includes chess accessories, books and DVDs as well. You can even download software. Chess King™ (www.chess-king.com) only recently announed upgrades to the popular PC chess software Chess King. Check out the new Chess King 2 with Houdini 2, and also Chess King 3 Max and Chess King 3 Pro with Houdini 3/Pro, to give you a range of options that will teach the beginner, help the club player to improve, and will satisfy the Grandmaster with its maximum power. Chess King 2 and 3 continue with their ease of use style now with a new improved interface and an updated GigaKing database (5 million games to April 2013, free updates all 2013) and full opening tree.
With all those improvements, Chess King 2 is now even more affordable, with the complete program Chess King 2 at only $39.95, and very affordable versions of Chess King with the top-of-the-line Houdini 3 and Houdini 3 Pro. Compatible with all versions of Windows, including Windows 8, and in 5 languages, English, French,German, Spanish, and Russian. See below for more info and get your copy or upgrade in our shop. The Chess King website (www.chess-king.com) also has separate blogrolls for games and puzzles. You could try one every day to improve your chess in your lunchbreak or with your coffee. The blog rolls are updated daily and include a mix of puzzles and games both from modern times and hundreds of years before. So, what are you waiting for... go right ahead and say hello to Chess King! From Alexandra Kosteniuk's www.chessblog.com Also see her personal blog at www.chessqueen.com Don't miss Chess Queen™ YouTube Channel
There is a huge sale this week on Amazon for Chess King Training 6 CD-Rom combos: Great interactive chess training! "I used the disk Tactics 3 all the time to train," says Chess Queen™ Alexandra Kosteniuk, the 12th Women's World Chess Champion.
Fantastic Chess King Discounts on eBay: Software, DVDs, Chess Queen Books and More!
Chess blog for latest chess news and chess trivia (c) Alexandra Kosteniuk, 2013
Hi everyone,
There are two sure ways of improving your chess this season. Pick up some Chess King™ software and DVDs, or read some super chess books by Chess Queen™ Alexandra Kosteniuk - the 12th Women's World Chess Champion. For those in the US, the ebay store is a must-visit. There are some fanstastic discounts going in the shop. Check out all the products including chess software like Houdini, chess key rings, books by GM Kosteniuk an more. You could even get an autographed product from the Chess Queen!
Top-4 Chess Queen™ & Chess King™ Christmas Gifts: Check Your Shopping List
Chess blog for latest chess news and chess trivia (c) Alexandra Kosteniuk, 2012
Hi everyone, We thought no Christmas shopping list is complete without a chess gift. So, here are top chess gift ideas from the Chess Queen™ and Chess King™ shop.
The must-possess chess book for any chess lover - particularly for girls who love chess - and... okay, yes! boys who love girls who love chess ;) - anywhere in the world!
The 12th Women’s World Chess Champion Alexandra Kosteniuk chronicles her rise to the top of the chess world in this introspective autobiographical work. Drawing from personal diaries kept during her youth, Kosteniuk takes the reader from the very dawn of her career as a child star in Russia, through triumph and disappointment, and finally to the pinnacle of success on the black-and-white battlefield. Along the way, we are treated to much more than an inside look into how a grandmaster approaches the royal game: we also learn the unique challenges posed to a young woman pulled at once by the diverging demands of professional chess, the glamour of the modeling lifestyle, and the joys of love and family life.
Part memoir and travelogue, part game collection, Diary of a Chess Queen features a selection of 64 annotated games with a wide range of world-class competitors, including male super-GM Sergey Karjakin and former female world champions Zhu Chen and Antoaneta Stefanova. (Published by Mongoose Press, 244 pages) Autographed personally by Chess Queen™ Alexandra Kosteniuk. Price: $24.95
Sizes available S, M, L, XL. Flat rate shipping for any number of items ordered. Price: $12.99 There are several more designs available in the chess shop. Check out your favourite t-shirt now and tell the world you love chess like crazy.
Get all 3 DVDs by 12th Women's World Chess Champion Alexandra Kosteniuk at a great discount. As you know, GM Kosteniuk is a blitz specialist and she just won the gold at the Sport Accord World Mind Games in Beijing, Chess Blitz Fever is just great to improve your blitz chess.
Old Price: $59.97 Price: $49.00 You save: $10.97! (18.29%)
Don’t be surprised in the opening! Chess King's Opening Ideas DVD Course is the quickest way to learn the ideas, plans and goals behind the major chess openings. Just watch the moves and listen to their explanations. Over 8 hours of instruction in over 90 chapters in this amazing openings video encyclopedia! Recommended for players Unrated to 1700 Elo. Just in case you cannot wait for the DVDs to reach you, buy an online viewing version!
Actually, there are lots of chess goodies on the Chess King shop website and you really need to explore it for a chess-y Christmas ahead! Check out the Chess King shop!
Chess blog for latest chess news and chess trivia (c) Alexandra Kosteniuk, 2012
Hi everyone,
Chess King's Guide to Opening Ideas: No chess player likes to be surprised in the opening by an unfamiliar move. The trick is not to memorize moves but to learn and understand opening ideas. Chess King's Opening Ideas DVD Course is the quickest way to learn the ideas behind the major chess openings. You'll learn the plans and goals for both players in dozens of openings by watching the moves and listening to their explanations. Seven+ hours.
Chess blog for latest chess news and chess trivia (c) Alexandra Kosteniuk, 2012
Hi everyone,
Have you ordered the complete chess course with Chess King yet? Watch the video and check out all the details of the six new DVDs released by Chess King. You can now power your chess training with these super-strong and most affordable chess tutor programmes.
Chess blog for latest chess news and chess trivia (c) Alexandra Kosteniuk, 2012
Hi everyone,
Chess King Training is pleased to announce 6 new chess DVD’s for all players Unrated to 1500-1700 Elo. The Complete Chess Course is guaranteed to increase your level of chess up to that of an accomplished chess player. It covers all areas of chess (openings, tactics, strategy and endgames), 5 hours of lessons in 69 easy to follow chapters with more than 100 examples.
The Chess King’s Guide to Opening Ideas will certainly increase your chess opening understanding and erudition, with over 8 hours of video in 93 chapters covering most chess openings. No emphasis on memorization, rather on the ideas one can find in the chess openings. This is an amazing chess openings encyclopedia which will give you confidence next time you are surprised in the opening by a variation you did not expect.
The series are easy to follow thanks to the masterful presentation by Steve Lopez and features 12th Women’s World Chess Champion Alexandra Kosteniuk.
For purchase details, videos, and fantastic discounts check out Chess King.
Chess blog for latest chess news and chess trivia (c) Alexandra Kosteniuk, 2012 Hi everyone, Have you started your chess training with the super-strong and super-affordable Chess King software yet? Chess King comes with a special new feature of levels - never before used in games with chess puzzles! You get to move up once you complete a particular difficulty level - Perfect for chess training, perfect for chess fun and perfect for improving your chess strength. Meanwhile, here is a nice puzzle for you to solve. How can White win this position?
Click on diagram to find the correct answer with Chess King!
Best Chess Training Software: Top 6 Features to Look For
Chess blog for latest chess news and chess trivia (c) Alexandra Kosteniuk, 2012 Hi everyone,
Choosing the right chess software can save you plenty of extra effort and time in reaching your Grandmaster goals. In fact, using the right software is as important as finding a right trainer. But, what should you exactly look for? Here are some tips to help you find the right software.
1-Engine: There are scores of chess engines in the market. Definitely Houdini is the best chess engine. You could try any of the chess engines that you feel comfortable with, but Houdini could make a huge difference to your chess.
2-Games database: Not having a games' database is like preparing to play for the aliens. Eventually you need to know how the masters played their games and how the world's best chess players play today. You also need to be able to prepare for your next opponent in a tournament. Choose a software that seamlessly helps you do all this: prepare for an opponent, serve up any chess game played by any players from the beginning of time, and have the latest chess games available soon enough.
3-Track your chess training: Constantly playing against the strongest chess computer around is not really going to help you always. You need to adjust the playing strength of the chess training software as you go along and learn. It is great if a software can help you improve your chess as levels from beginners' to the strongest GM stage. A good chess software will help you move up step by step.
4-Tactics chess training: Tactics, tactics and more tactics are the best way to keep your eyes trained to spot those magic and killer moves on the chess board. How about a chess trainer with a huge database of chess puzzles that you can solve only stage by stage!
5-Chess is fun: Choose a software that lets you have fun - with settings, puzzles, features and more. Chess without fun is like music without passion. Maybe, even lets you put your own games on your blog!
6-Analysis: Easy input of your own games, pgn exports/imports, quick analysis, position search, etc. are very important features of a good chess training software.
You can find all these great features in Chess King.
By the way, 12th Women's World Chess Champion endorses Chess King.
Awesome Chess Endgame Training Software - GM Panchenko's Course
Chess blog for latest chess news and chess trivia (c) Alexandra Kosteniuk, 2012
Hi everyone,
Computer Chess Guru Steve Lopez describes the Chess King Training ENDGAME Software Series. A total of 300 THEORETICAL POSITIONS AND 350 PRACTICE EXERCISES, Recommended Level: INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED PLAYERS 1500-2400 ELO. For club, intermediate and advanced players. This course is composed by GM Panchenko.
Its aim is to teach the students the intricacies of the endgame through a theoretic section, which includes over 700 games/lectures, each of them illustrating theoretical and practical endgame methods. The training section has more than 300 practical endgame exercises, covering every type of endgame a tournament chess player should know, from endgames with few pieces to complicated pawn endgames, etc. Knowing how to play chess endgames well will give you a big edge in tournaments. You get plenty of feedback and opportunity to track your progress. Critical knowledge to increase your understanding of chess endgames. You can choose the number of positions in the tests, as well as the material covered. Studying chess endgames will give you many positive results in practical play. You can get the best deal (as one disk or in combos) exclusively on www.chess-king.com.
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