So Blitz chess is only in my opinion real chess for the higher ranking players. Like above 1800 or so. Most 1800 players know the book lines of their opening repertoire really well so they can play at high speeds as the moves can be memorized and played out.
I read a post by Jermey Silmans saying that he suggested that blitz chess was a good way to learn patterns fast. He then explained that a study was done and on Blitz games and with in the study of Blitz players their chess game actually got worse.
Although Blitz can be a big adrenaline rush, it is not in your advantage to play these types of games if you are begginging player.
But if you like the rush of Blitz i would suggest learning lots of Gambit lines as they can be fun.
This statement is correct...beginners should not play blitz untill they have a solid foundation in chess..it ruins the otb play to just clickity click and look at clock for win ..for your own test just get a kid to play speed chess and u will c for urself..it ruins the kids chess play ...
ESTRAGON:
"...Blitz is fun and exciting, turning the pensive nature of the game on its head. Enjoy it for what it is. Why argue philosophy - it's a game. It is supposed to be fun, so have it!"
And its a good refresher after a twenty year absence.
Even if I lose just about all the time, I can see the blunder, or save and analyse the game later...
I just don't find the time I had in my youth for serious study...