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Why do chess players need to stay in good physical shape to play good chess? It does not require any running does it?

April 26, 2017Chess good physical play PLAYERS require running shape stay

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Why do chess players need to stay in good physical shape to play good chess? It does not require any running does it?

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A. No chess usually does not require running. However, if a player is not in good physical shape it will be almost impossible to stay alert and play best chess possible for 5-6 hours (which is hard even for very fit players). That is why all the top GMs spend hours in gyms and/or playing active sports.