Struggling to get to 300 ELO
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New here too. I’ve just decided to focus on having fun and learning about the game. Grinding ratings seems exhausting
If you're sub-1000 the most efficient way to improve is 'doing puzzles' and keep doing them!
Additionally if you play only on-line try and play longer duration games with at least 5s to 10s increments. You may have to wait longer for games so consider playing the BoTs. Low-level on-line gaming is more about 'flagging' than chess ability and this has the effect of distorting any sense of improvement and thus discouraging.
If you can, buy an old second-hand chess computer, pretty much any will do as at a minimum they will be capable of playing 800+ at 30sec/move, so go for as cheap as possible. This will give you greater control over your gaming - i.e. practicing a particular opening, take backs and replaying the games lost - and you can do things for improvement which are not possible with on-line games. Many also come with special features for learners.
Hello I'm a chess coach. Willing to improve your games. Kindly message me on messenger if you're interested. Thank you Jashua Patria
Oct 16, 2024
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#26
Wow. I just read Duckfest's post in response to your concern and it's fantastic. If you follow what Duckfest said you will see significant improvement. But it does take time. ;)
I can't even get 200 elo, damn.
If you enjoy playing does it matter what your rating is?
Rating is just how the site matches you against opponents at a similar level. Don't get hung up on it, you're either having fun or you're not.
I finally managed to break 300 elo chess
Oct 29, 2024
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cosaren wrote:
Reaching a plateau can be tough, but don’t be too hard on yourself. I recommend analyzing your recent games to pinpoint common mistakes and areas for improvement. It might also help to set smaller, more manageable goals rather than fixating on a big jump to 300 ELO. Consistent practice is key, so try to dedicate regular time to focus on your gameplay. If possible, seek feedback from more experienced players to gain fresh perspectives. Remember, improvement takes time, and everyone goes through ups and downs. Stay positive, and keep pushing forward!
If I'm looking for vague statements that are just meaningless word salad, I'll use my own ChatGPT account. Bot accounts that only provide AI generated comments, without a human perspective or even having played a game on this website, aren't welcome.
Sigh.
I thought I had already reported you for your contribution to this thread. Okay. I'll try again.
Oct 30, 2024
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#31
Where is this ELO. you guys keep talking about? Please!
I don't see it anywhere . . .
Oct 30, 2024
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#32
XPGK99 wrote:
RichColorado wrote:
Where is this ELO. you guys keep talking about? Please!
I don't see it anywhere . . .
Elo is that little number next to your profile when you play games it goes up when you win and down when you lose.
Thanks. I went to my games and looked at the little number and it says 1241. That number is my daily rating. I checked several games and they all show 1241. I use my daily rating for my match games or tournaments. Who started calling that number ELO?
Oct 31, 2024
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#33
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Difficult but not impossible
just take your time with the moves. play with longer time controls first. i started playing bullet and ruined my blitz and rapid . nnow i usually play blitzz 5 minutes
Nov 1, 2024
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#36
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in rapid, blitz or bullet?
plz play 960. opening principles won't work in that format
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because of proper openings
No offence and best of luck, but i was wondering how is it possible one can have 300 elo... isnt it meaning playing just random moves? I thought even the players who just started are like 500.
Sadly, your "more important things" are mostly nonsense.
Most players don't have a local chess club, and almost no 300-rated players has one. A huge chunk of your advice already goes out of the
"Do daily tactics, and try to visualize at least 3 or 4 moves ahead or until you see a tactic before making moves. " - this is also nonsense. A 300-rated player should aim to visualize 1 move ahead. That would be a huge accomplishment already.
I could continue, but frankly, what's the point.