Centralize the Worst Piece: a middlegame course

Improve the piece with the least useful role, after answering immediate threats.

5 lessons, each followed by its own puzzle drill, then 10 themed puzzle packs.

• Spot the Worst Piece — Find the least active piece and a useful destination.
• Find Its Best Square — Compare safe squares that give the piece a better job.
• Reroute It — Plan a safe route and consider useful threats along the way.
• Coordinate Your Pieces — Coordinate the improved piece with the rest of your position.
• Break With the Improved Piece — Use the pawn break or threat the improved piece supports.