I go to the gym every day. That tends to taper off when I'm at a tournament. During tournaments, I'm not trying to build fitness. I'm simply trying to keep away any kind of tension. I go for long walks… — Viswanathan Anand Copy Share Image
There are some aspects of work you need to keep working on and no matter what environment you are in. Continuous learning is very important. It's what I call 'competitive tension', which is about having a competition around. — Viswanathan Anand Copy Share Image
My parents were very supportive of my chess. When I got home after a game of chess, having missed school or something, they always… — Viswanathan Anand Copy Share Image
Preparedness for a game that usually lasts four-five hours requires good physical condition and also steady nerves. — Viswanathan Anand Copy Share Image
I would never suggest to anyone that they drop school for chess. First of all even if you can make it in chess, your… — Viswanathan Anand Copy Share Image
Just before a game, I try to keep a clear mind so that I can focus better. I'm the kind of person who plays… — Viswanathan Anand Copy Share Image
You need to motivate yourself, no matter what-definitely when things are bad, but also when things are good. Or else, you risk becoming complacent. — Viswanathan Anand Copy Share Image
Each match I approach like a new one. The work is so immense that you don't have time to sit and ponder. — Viswanathan Anand Copy Share Image
For me, chess is not a profession, it is a way of life, a passion. People may feel that I have conquered the peak… — Viswanathan Anand Copy Share Image
Before a game, I avoid having a heavy meal so that I don't feel sleepy at the board. You eat to be healthy, and… — Viswanathan Anand Copy Share Image
I personally prefer long-distance walking, but we are talking about pre-tournament preparation. During a tournament I make do with walking, mainly to concentrate before… — Viswanathan Anand Copy Share Image
Confidence is very important - even pretending to be Confident. If you make a Mistake but do not let your Opponent see what you… — Viswanathan Anand Copy Share Image
I feel that schools and corporates should help the government in popularising sports in the country. Blaming the government for every sporting debacle will… — Viswanathan Anand Copy Share Image
I was reasonably interested in mathematics in school. Typically what happens is... when you start playing chess, it takes up a lot of your… — Viswanathan Anand Copy Share Image
