looks good. You will probably destroy your opponents with that much prep. In the game we played on daily, make sure you see what your opponents plan is. Don't just focus on your attack or tactics.
Tournament players again! I have a tournament coming up. Is this a good checklist?
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No is the simple answer
Oct 1, 2024
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#26
Your prep looks good. just make sure you have solid opening for black against both e4 and d4 
Oct 1, 2024
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#27
Jackson-Emrich wrote:
Your prep looks good. just make sure you have solid opening for black against both e4 and d4
That is one of my biggest problems. But, I am working on that tomorrow actually!
Oct 3, 2024
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#31
Bear823 wrote:
Is this a good study checklist?
Weeks 1-2 (Oct 1 - Oct 15): Foundation Phase
Focus: Build a solid understanding of openings, tactics, and endgames.
Weekdays (4-5 days a week)
Day 1-2:30 min: Opening study (Queen's Gambit, King's Indian, Sicilian).
30 min: Tactics puzzles (forks, pins, basic tactical themes).
30 min: Endgame study (King and Pawn vs King, Rook endings).
Snack: Almonds or trail mix.
Beverage: Green tea or water
Weekends (Optional)
45 min: Play one rapid game and analyze it.
45 min: Review key lessons from the week (openings, tactics, or endgames).Snack: Apple slices with peanut butter.
Beverage: Iced coffee or fruit smoothie
Weeks 3-4 (Oct 16 - Oct 29): Practice & Review Phase
Focus: Reinforce your knowledge and play practice games.
Weekdays (4-5 days a week)
Day 1-2:30 min: Opening review (specific lines, improve weaknesses).
30 min: Tactics puzzles (increase difficulty, multiple-move combos).
30 min: Play a rapid game and analyze key moments.
Snack: Granola bars or popcorn.
Beverage: Herbal tea or smoothie
Weekends (Optional)
60 min: Play two rapid games, focus on analysis.
30 min: Endgame practice (more complex endings).Snack: Dark chocolate and a banana.
Beverage: Coffee or iced tea
Weeks 5-6 (Oct 30 - Nov 13): Tournament Prep Phase
Focus: Prepare for tournament conditions.
Weekdays (5-6 days a week)
Day 1-3:45 min: Play longer games (30 min per side), analyze key moments.
30 min: Review openings and key tactics.
Snack: Carrot sticks with hummus or crackers with cheese.
Beverage: Water with lemon or iced coffee
Weekends (Optional)
60 min: Play 1-2 longer games, focus on in-depth analysis.Snack: Yogurt with honey and granola.
Beverage: Fruit juice blend
Week of the Tournament (Nov 14 - Nov 16): Light Prep Phase
Focus: Stay sharp, don’t overwork.
Weekdays
Day 1:
20 min: Quick review of openings.
20 min: Tactics puzzles.
Snack: Berries or dried fruit.
Beverage: Light tea or smoothie
Day 2:
30 min: Play a couple of blitz games.
15 min: Relax and review anything you want to brush up on.
Snack: Rice cakes with almond butter or mixed nuts.
Beverage: Herbal tea or coconut water
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you should low key start with the king pawn opening or the queen pawn opening if u r doing beginners
Oct 4, 2024
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#33
ArfyRuff wrote:
Bear823 wrote:
Is this a good study checklist?
Weeks 1-2 (Oct 1 - Oct 15): Foundation Phase
Focus: Build a solid understanding of openings, tactics, and endgames.
Weekdays (4-5 days a week)
Day 1-2:30 min: Opening study (Queen's Gambit, King's Indian, Sicilian).
30 min: Tactics puzzles (forks, pins, basic tactical themes).
30 min: Endgame study (King and Pawn vs King, Rook endings).
Snack: Almonds or trail mix.
Beverage: Green tea or water
Weekends (Optional)
45 min: Play one rapid game and analyze it.
45 min: Review key lessons from the week (openings, tactics, or endgames).Snack: Apple slices with peanut butter.
Beverage: Iced coffee or fruit smoothie
Weeks 3-4 (Oct 16 - Oct 29): Practice & Review Phase
Focus: Reinforce your knowledge and play practice games.
Weekdays (4-5 days a week)
Day 1-2:30 min: Opening review (specific lines, improve weaknesses).
30 min: Tactics puzzles (increase difficulty, multiple-move combos).
30 min: Play a rapid game and analyze key moments.
Snack: Granola bars or popcorn.
Beverage: Herbal tea or smoothie
Weekends (Optional)
60 min: Play two rapid games, focus on analysis.
30 min: Endgame practice (more complex endings).Snack: Dark chocolate and a banana.
Beverage: Coffee or iced tea
Weeks 5-6 (Oct 30 - Nov 13): Tournament Prep Phase
Focus: Prepare for tournament conditions.
Weekdays (5-6 days a week)
Day 1-3:45 min: Play longer games (30 min per side), analyze key moments.
30 min: Review openings and key tactics.
Snack: Carrot sticks with hummus or crackers with cheese.
Beverage: Water with lemon or iced coffee
Weekends (Optional)
60 min: Play 1-2 longer games, focus on in-depth analysis.Snack: Yogurt with honey and granola.
Beverage: Fruit juice blend
Week of the Tournament (Nov 14 - Nov 16): Light Prep Phase
Focus: Stay sharp, don’t overwork.
Weekdays
Day 1:
20 min: Quick review of openings.
20 min: Tactics puzzles.
Snack: Berries or dried fruit.
Beverage: Light tea or smoothie
Day 2:
30 min: Play a couple of blitz games.
15 min: Relax and review anything you want to brush up on.
Snack: Rice cakes with almond butter or mixed nuts.
Beverage: Herbal tea or coconut water
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Bro, I literally said that it was AI earlier.
Oct 4, 2024
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#35
Hmm. I think it's a bit backwards. Analyzing your games should be the *first* thing on the list. Figure out where you are losing games, and concentrate your efforts there.
I don't see much benefit to studying specific opening lines unless specific lines are causing you to lose games (especially at lower levels; it's not likely your opponent is going to go 15 moves deep into theory if they're rated 700.) I especially don't see why you'd spend your time studying two different d4 openings if you normally play e4 (as your games here would indicate.)
No snacks