Is chess a sport?

There has always been a huge controversy around this simple question: Is chess a sport or not?

The reason for the discussion is clear, the thing is that chess does not involve physical extortion (partly true). I think it is a very interesting question to make and is a little confusing to answer as well.

We are going to analyze the game and finally, I will let YOU decide the conclusion of this debate and finally answer the question is chess a sport once for all.

Whether you are a chess player or not, I’m pretty … Read more

The meaning of Chess Personality (you probably use the term wrong)

Chess players have interesting characteristics, people who play chess develop skills that improve critical thinking. The “chess personality” for chess beginners is what some people call those people that love chess, just as you do.

I’m not trying to say chess players have a deeper or better understanding than anyone. It is true that probably they have some useful techniques to analyze and probably solve problems.

But don’t get me wrong, chess actively trains skills that other sciences do, like mathematics, for example.

“hey, that guy likes chess… He … Read more

How to become a titled chess player

For most chess players, becoming an FM is one of their dreams (WFM chess title for women), but are we sure about knowing what a chess title is? What it represents?

There are many doubts and misinformation about this topic, and I know the people who read my articles will find this interesting. Remember you can't achieve a goal if you don't know exactly what it is o how to get it.

This is why today I'll be showing you, chess lovers, what is a chess title and how to achieve it following … Read more