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Find the examples shown in the video in this blog-post – https://chess-teacher.com/chess-middlegame-planning/
For many chess players, the middlegame is the most confusing stage. The opening feels easy—you develop your pieces, castle, maybe fight for the center—but then comes the big question: what’s next?
This is exactly where most players panic:
❌ Not knowing how to find the right middlegame plan
❌ Playing aimless moves without a clear strategy
❌ Struggling to coordinate pieces or improve positions
❌ Unsure of when and how to attack
❌ Constantly asking: How do I find the best moves here?
The good news is that GM Igor Smirnov has simplified this chaos into 7 practical rules that make the middlegame clear and manageable.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
âś… 7 simple rules that guide you through the middlegame with confidence
âś… How to define your middlegame strategy in any position
âś… The secrets to improving, maneuvering, and coordinating your pieces
âś… How to build strong plans based on pawn structure & piece activity
âś… When and how to launch an effective attack without overextending
By following these rules, you’ll stop guessing moves and start playing with purpose. No more feeling lost after the opening—you’ll know exactly how to transition into a powerful middlegame strategy.
📹 Watch now and discover how to master the middlegame with 7 simple rules—so you’ll never panic at the board again!
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⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 What to do in the middlegame stage?
00:09 Chess Middlegame Planning & Strategy
00:18 Rule-1
02:22 Rule-2
02:55 Rule-3
04:15 Why Pawn Breaks are Powerful
05:09 How to find Attacking Moves
05:24 Rule-4
07:18 Rule-5
08:08 Rule-6
08:47 Rule-7
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