Poker Strategy: No Limit Hold’em 2l4k5r

What are the two most powerful words you can say in poker? I’m “ALL IN”. 491i5d

You can win or lose entire stacks in a single hand of No Limit Hold’em, and this excitement s for much of the popularity of the game. It’s not just a contest of having the best hand when all the chips go in the middle though. Well before that point, you should have created a plan for every street of the hand and formulated – in advance – your responses to every action your opponent takes. This isn’t magic but rather a science, and we’ll show you how to do it right. The articles below cover starting hand selection, the advantages of being aggressive, the stack-to-pot ratio, preflop three-betting, and the other concepts that you must master before you can truly become a proficient practitioner of NLHE. Once you achieve a certain level of skill, you’ll find yourself with numerous opportunities to practice it because No Limit Texas Hold’em is currently the most commonly spread form of poker in the world.




Texas Holdem Starting Hands – 19 Hand Strategy

Texas Holdem Starting Hands – 19 Hand Strategy 3ia5n

introduces a foundational strategy for new poker players, emphasizing the importance of playing a limited set of 19 strong starting hands to cultivate discipline, avoid common pitfalls, and build a solid understanding of the game before exploring more advanced tactics
Bluff or Check? Missing the Flop in NLHE (Part 2): Flop Texture

Bluff or Check? Missing the Flop in NLHE (Part 2): Flop Texture 6h5u6w

Knowing when to bluff on the flop is determined by a large number of factors, and here we're going to take a look at how flop texture fits into all of that.
Bluff or Check? Missing the Flop in NLHE (Part 2): Flop Texture

ISF – Strategic Bet Sizing 1a664g

the strategic importance of bet sizing in poker, highlighting that while many players have a "standard" bet size, adjusting bet sizes based on opponent behavior and one's own strategy can be more effective, with considerations for pot odds and manipulating probabilities

The Basic Concepts that Drive Continuation Betting h1x43

When it comes to continuation betting, your table position and the strength of your hole cards are even more important than the flop itself. By carefully considering these two factors in the context of how your opponent plays, you’ll be able to determine when you should make a continuation bet.
ISF – Predicting the Future and a Hand For Analysis

ISF – Predicting the Future and a Hand For Analysis 1b1x6r

the importance of predicting future moves and making decisions based on later street play, while also presenting a detailed analysis of a specific hand scenario involving a donk player leading into the author on an uncoordinated board
ISF – Predicting the Future and a Hand For Analysis

ISF – Five Rules To Beating Low Stakes 2m1v39

ISF's five rules for beating low-stakes poker games, emphasizing the importance of playing tight preflop, avoiding loose play out of position, opting to bet rather than check when planning to call, being straightforward with strong hands, and ensuring you're at a table with at least three weak players to maximize profitability

Spenda’s 5 Biggest Leaks of a Losing NL Player – Leak 5 501q3l

the importance of hand-reading in poker, detailing how processing information from opponents, analyzing board texture, using the process of elimination, and diligent note-taking can enhance one's ability to make correct decisions and improve overall gameplay

Bluff or Check? Missing the Flop in NLHE (Part 4): Anticipating the Second Barrel 2yx3a

You'll need to learn to anticipate firing the second barrel if you want to get the most from continuation betting on the flop.

No-Limit Hold’em… A Flaw in Design 535pl

argues that the game of No-Limit Hold'em has inherent design issues, particularly in cash games, where skilled players can find themselves handicapped when facing novices who buy-in for the minimum, rendering many of the skilled player's strategies ineffective
Texas Holdem Starting Hands – 19 Hand Strategy

Renton’s Small Stakes NLHE Ring Strategy: Postflop I 474z1r

postflop strategy in small stakes No-Limit Hold'em ring games, covering topics like dealing with reraises, understanding implied odds, and various postflop concepts such as fold equity, expected value, and pot odds

The Mathless Approach to Poker 6j6662

a strategy that emphasizes understanding and adjusting to poker situations based on intuition and observation rather than relying heavily on mathematical calculations
The Incorporation of Second-Level Thinking

The Incorporation of Second-Level Thinking 4t91b

In today's tough poker games, you can't just think about what cards your opponents have. You have to also consider what they think you have. By doing so, you can strengthen some of your ranges and weaken others depending on what kind of action you expect to face.
ISF – Predicting the Future and a Hand For Analysis

ISF – Beginners Guide To Equity and Fold Equity 5d1226

beginner's guide to understanding the concepts of equity and fold equity in poker, emphasizing the importance of maximizing equity for profitable play and the value of making opponents fold to relinquish their equity

Half-Stack Appraoch to NLHE 6d2o64

The article from Flop Turn River outlines the half-stack approach to No Limit Hold'em, detailing its advantages and drawbacks, and emphasizing the strategy's simplicity, the perception it creates among opponents, and the adjustments required when playing with a 40-60bb stack depth

EV Calculations Tutorial 6: Calling Scenarios 4u74f

When considering calling a bet or a raise, it's important to be able to make EV calculations to determine if the call is profitable or not. You need to figure out how much money you will win or lose and how often each outcome will occur.
Developing a Feel for Equities in No-Limit Hold’em Part 2: Equity is Not Everything

Developing a Feel for Equities in No-Limit Hold’em Part 2: Equity is Not Everything 3y313i

the distinction between equity and expected value in poker, emphasizing the importance of understanding how equity changes over the course of a hand and how future betting can impact overall expected value

Cbets, HUD Reads and Problem Solving 435k68

It's possible to apply classic decision-making processes to poker games. For example, by understanding your c-betting leaks, coming up with a plan to fix them, implementing that plan and observing the results, you can make drastic improvements in your c-betting game.
The Incorporation of Second-Level Thinking

Combating Geometric Escalation in NLHE 4a3c3t

the concept of geometric escalation in No Limit Hold'em, emphasizing the importance of understanding how pot sizes can rapidly increase and the need for players to adjust their strategies accordingly to avoid overcommitting with suboptimal hands

Turn No-Limit Hold’em Problems Into Value 36314w

One of the main mental issues that keeps winning players from really crushing the games is the lack of correct mindset when running into problems.
The Incorporation of Second-Level Thinking

Reverse ISF theorem and Manipulation 6m1ql

the concept of the "Reverse ISF theorem" advises players to manipulate their opponents' actions by adjusting their own play style, aiming to make opponents play ively when the player has a weaker range and more aggressively when the player has a stronger range

Leading the Flop and the Relationships to Continuation Betting 2q43l

the strategy of leading the flop when not being the pre-flop aggressor, emphasizing the similarities with continuation betting, the importance of positional awareness, and how players often react sub-optimally to flop leads
A Beginner’s Guide to Adjusting for Multiway Pots

A Beginner’s Guide to Adjusting for Multiway Pots 5l5lf

Playing multiway poker hands requires certain strategic adjustments. Here we show you some of the right adjustments to make.

The True Essence of Poker 4a163o

The essence of poker can be broken down into two scenarios that you should be studying like your life depended on it.

Thoughts on Balance by Meeloche and Noble 5z4i6b

the importance of maintaining a balanced range of hands to prevent exploitation by skilled opponents, while also highlighting the significance of perceived range and the strategic adjustments required to maximize profitability against different player types

Playing Big 8 or 9 Out Drawing Hands 5w641v

strategies and considerations for playing drawing hands in poker, particularly focusing on the nuances of playing 8 or 9-out drawing hands, the implications of implied odds, the subtleties of straight draws versus flush draws, the tactic of the free card play, and the potential pitfalls of tainted outs

ISF – There’s No Such Thing As a Made Hand 75830

challenges the traditional poker terminology, arguing that there's no true distinction between "made hands" and "draws," emphasizing that both types of hands have varying equities depending on the progression of the game and the strength of opponents' ranges

Spenda’s 5 Biggest Leaks of a Losing NL Player – Leak 2 6y2e6

the significance of table and seat selection in poker, highlighting that optimal table and seat choices can greatly enhance a player's win rate without necessarily improving their poker skills
Bluff or Check? Missing the Flop in NLHE (Part 2): Flop Texture

Being Three Bet by Aggressive Players 2p376i

the challenges faced by poker players when confronted with aggressive three-betting, offering strategies such as four-betting, adjusting opening ranges, calling in position, and check-raising the flop to counteract blind LAGs (Loose Aggressive Players)
Developing a Feel for Equities in No-Limit Hold’em Part 2: Equity is Not Everything

Developing a Feel for Equities in No-Limit Hold’em Part 1: Draws in Your Range 575a4l

In order to become a top No Limit Hold'em player, you need to learn to consider how different flops affect the equity of your range and your opponent's range. It turns out that adding draws to a range on the flop doesn't drastically lower that ranges equity.

The Anatomy of an Adjustment 2y6w60

the importance of making strategic adjustments in low stakes poker to exploit opponents, emphasizing that many players fail to grasp the true essence of exploitation and offers insights on how to recognize and implement effective adjustments based on opponent behavior

NLHE Foundations #01: Introduction to Hold’em Ranges 476015

the concept of hand ranges in no-limit hold'em poker, emphasizing the importance of understanding and counting starting hand combinations, and provides exercises to help players practice this essential skill for analyzing hands and situations in the game
A Beginner’s Guide to Adjusting for Multiway Pots

Checking to Induce in No-Limit Hold’em 585o4s

In games dominated by aggression, checking to induce is one of the plays that has been lost for a lot of players.

Developing a Feel for Equities in No-Limit Hold’em Part 5: Hitting Pairs 2n156j

the importance of understanding how often certain hand ranges hit pairs on various flop textures and how this knowledge can guide players in assessing the strength of their hands in relation to their opponents' potential holdings
Bluff or Check? Missing the Flop in NLHE (Part 2): Flop Texture

ISF – Manipulation 202 and Questions 3wxm

advanced techniques in poker strategy, focusing on the concept of manipulation through bet sizing and range manipulation to influence opponents' behavior and decisions
Online vs. Live Poker

Online vs. Live Poker 666z3o

key differences between playing poker online and in live settings, highlighting that online games are generally tougher due to lower entry stakes, while live games offer a more diverse range of player types and behaviors, requiring different strategies and adjustments for each environment

Pre-flop Strategy – Starting Hand Rankings: Groups 0 to 2 3q6w1g

detailed pre-flop strategy for no limit Texas holdem, emphasizing the importance of selecting the best starting hands, with references to rankings by David Sklansky and Mason Malmuth, and adjustments for no limit play

Calling with a Small Pair 6k4w2v

mathematical analysis of the profitability of calling a pre-flop raise with a small pair, emphasizing the importance of understanding the odds of flopping a set and the potential risks of facing a better set
Please Stop Paying Off Loose/ives at the Poker Tables

Please Stop Paying Off Loose/ives at the Poker Tables 354w9

Having the faith to lay down hands when facing aggression from loose/ive players requires a strong understanding of why you can fold.
The Incorporation of Second-Level Thinking

Leveling by Gametight 2v4q37

the psychological strategy of "leveling" in poker, which involves thinking multiple steps ahead of your opponent to predict their moves and reactions, illustrated through various levels of thought processes and exemplified with a detailed hand scenario between two players
ISF – Predicting the Future and a Hand For Analysis

ISF – Forming Ranges: Part 2 1o2a4h

the complexities of forming postflop hand ranges, emphasizing the importance of strategically grouping hands to maximize profitability, understanding the interplay between hands within a range, and making informed decisions based on the strength and potential of hands relative to an opponent's range
A Beginner’s Guide to Adjusting for Multiway Pots

Dumpster Diving: A Guide to Playing Trash Hands 3i3c6d

If there's any better way to bring yourself out of a funk at the tables, I have yet to learn about it. Sometimes, playing a few less-than- hands can generate big wins and increase your level of play.
Texas Holdem Poker Hands Position (Full Ring)

Texas Holdem Poker Hands Position (Full Ring) 3e3z11

Depending on your position, your poker hands order will change; this is especially true when the table is full. The later you are to act, the more liberal you can be with the order of the hands you choose to play. The closer you are to being first to act, the more conservative you’ll need to be.
Developing a Feel for Equities in No-Limit Hold’em Part 2: Equity is Not Everything

A Different kind of Quiz for SHNL: Adjusting? 5ci1n

various scenarios and challenges poker players to think about how they would adjust their strategies in response to specific opponent tendencies, emphasizing the importance of observation, information gathering, and adapting to different forms of aggression to succeed in higher stakes games
Developing a Feel for Equities in No-Limit Hold’em Part 2: Equity is Not Everything

Exploitation and the FTC Theorem 4q3z4s

concept of the FTC (Fold-to-Continue) Theorem in poker, emphasizing how players can exploit opponents with high FTC ratios by making strategic bets and raises, while also cautioning players to maintain balance in their own play to avoid being exploited

Limit vs No Limit Texas Holdem Poker 332x2n

contrasts Limit Texas Holdem with No Limit Texas Holdem, highlighting the distinct strategies and dynamics of each game, with a focus on the greater control and strategic depth offered by No Limit Texas Holdem, which allows players to exploit larger edges against less skilled opponents

Expanding Your Pre Flop Range 2a6sv

strategies of broadening one's pre-flop hand selection in poker, emphasizing the significance of positional awareness, understanding opponents' tendencies, and choosing hands that allow aggressive play

How to Make Actual Adjustments While Playing 171216

Talking about making adjustments to your play is easier than actually making them at the table. Read through this example of how to make an adjustment to learn how to pull them off when you’re playing. Studying examples of successful adjustments will help you learn to execute them under pressure.
Bluff or Check? Missing the Flop in NLHE (Part 2): Flop Texture

Back to Basics (Part 3): Semi-Bluffing in Position 5m112y

One of the things about semi-bluffing in position that a lot of players overlook is the ability to check for another card right away.
Online vs. Live Poker

The Reality of Online Poker 6zn37

while poker has been heavily marketed to the masses, it has attracted not just enthusiasts but also cheats, con-men, and other unsavory characters, making it crucial for players to be vigilant and aware of potential pitfalls

General Advice for Handling No-Limit Hold’em Ranges 6v3f6f

I like to give you straight-forward ways to think about complicated situations, and this week I'm doing it with thinking about competing ranges.

An Easy Guide to Exploiting Your Opponents 2b6y6l

By paying close attention to your opponents' actions at the poker tables, you can get pretty solid reads on their play. Using this information, you can make some of your ranges stronger while making others weaker in order to seriously exploit your foes.
A Beginner’s Guide to Adjusting for Multiway Pots

A Better Approach to Attack and Defense in Poker 2m4bn

It's important to think of aggression or initiative in poker not so much for any specific hand but rather over the overall range of hands a player might have. Unlike position, the player with initiative does not have an inherent advantage in any given hand.
Please Stop Paying Off Loose/ives at the Poker Tables

How to Determine Whether or Not to Call an All-in Bet 3us4v

A tricky spot in poker tournaments is deciding whether to call when your opponent has gone all-in. You need to carefully consider the pot odds to determine how much equity you need to proceed. Then compare your hand against his range to find out if you have the needed equity.
Getting Off the Bottom

New Approach to Table Selection 4m1b1m

unique method for table selection in poker, suggesting that players can attract fish by starting at an empty 6-max table and waiting for them to , emphasizing that this strategy can lead to a table filled with less skilled players, thereby increasing one's chances of winning

Planning Ahead: Multi-Street Bluffing 5m3sf

This week we show you how to plan out your ranges for multi-street bluffing even if you aren't sure that you're going to be bluffing on those future streets.
A Beginner’s Guide to Adjusting for Multiway Pots

Pre-flop Strategy – Starting Hand Rankings: Group 6 6d3u5a

advises caution when playing Group 6 hands like KT, QT, and A7s, suggesting these are best suited for late position plays and should be used sparingly to mix up your strategy
Developing a Feel for Equities in No-Limit Hold’em Part 2: Equity is Not Everything

Revisiting the EV Calculations Tutorial Series 4y6r4i

This week's column details not one but two of the most critical poker training series I have ever put together.

Typical Players in Small Stakes NLHE 2k4t3e

common types of players in small stakes No-Limit Hold'em games, using data from tracking software to identify typical 3-bet percentages and hand ranges, aiming to help both s and non-s of tracking software understand their opponents better

“To Check/Raise or Not to Check/Raise?” That is Today’s Question 4v424t

A check/raise is a potent move at the table which should normally be used sparingly, preferably in the later stages of cash games and tournaments. This article discusses some situations when you would and would not want to check/raise your opponents to increase your winnings or cut your losses.
A Beginner’s Guide to Adjusting for Multiway Pots

Building Your Poker Pyramid 2t715h

the concept of the "poker pyramid," a collection of skills and personality traits essential for success in poker, emphasizing that technical knowledge is just one layer and that emotional stability, discipline, and experience are equally important for long-term profitability

Betting to Protect Your Hand in Poker j6d39

There are times when it can be profitable to bet purely for the sake of protecting your hand even when it doesn't work out as profitable as a value bet or bluff by itself.

EV Calculations Tutorial 1: Introduction 1f1545

When dealing with complicated poker decisions, it's often helpful to make expected value (EV) calculations. If the decision is a close one, you might not be able to tell at a glace what the correct play is, so these calculations can help you determine what you should do.
Please Stop Paying Off Loose/ives at the Poker Tables

Intuition: Semi-Bluffing With Non-Nut Outs 26503g

When bluffing with non-nut outs in No Limit Hold'em, you have to be mindful not just of implied odds but reverse implied odds. That is, you may make your hand and still lose the pot. Thus, the situation is more dangerous than if you had outs to the nuts.
A Beginner’s Guide to Adjusting for Multiway Pots

Developing a Feel for Equities in No-Limit Hold’em Part 3: Hitting the Flop 6b3df

how equities change throughout a hand, the impact of flop texture, and the advantages of having draws on different board types
A Beginner’s Guide to Adjusting for Multiway Pots

Bluff or Check? Missing the Flop in NLHE (Part 1): Introduction 3b6v5w

There are several factors that you have to learn about when deciding whether or not to bluff when you've missed the flop, and we'll cover them in detail.
ISF – Predicting the Future and a Hand For Analysis

ISF – Why Being OOP Sucks x5e6q

being in position provides players with an additional street of information compared to being out of position, allowing for better pot control, and highlighting that the strength of a player's hand can often be overshadowed by the advantages of position, even when facing stronger hands

Three Barrelling Bad Regs 5k2v2x

the strategy of three-barrelling against bad regular players, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the lead in the hand and highlighting that many players at the NL50 level will play two streets post-flop but rarely three

NLHE Foundations #03: Calling to Close the Action in No-Limit Hold’em 1c32p

third installment in the No-Limit Hold’em Foundations Course, emphasizing the importance of correctly analyzing situations where one can call to close the action, detailing the process of determining the equity needed for a profitable call
Getting Off the Bottom

Going After Multi Tablers 1f1v42

the strategic implications of multi-tabling in poker, emphasizing that while multi-tabling can increase a player's earnings per hour, it also makes them more vulnerable to solid single-table players who can exploit the reduced attention and default strategies of multi-tablers
The Incorporation of Second-Level Thinking

Back to Basics (Part 5): Poker Reads Made Simple 526o18

Avoid distractions and get better at making solid, fundamental reads with the fifth installment in the Back to Basics series.

About Pot Odds and Implied Odds When Playing Draws 4183e

the importance of understanding both pot odds and implied odds in poker, particularly when playing draws, and explains how to make profitable decisions based on these odds

NLHE Foundations Supplement A: How to Use This Course 5x4c59

how to effectively utilize the NLHE Foundations Course, emphasizing the importance of analyzing specific opponents and situations, generalizing learned tendencies, and proactively applying these insights to improve one's poker gameplay
Developing a Feel for Equities in No-Limit Hold’em Part 2: Equity is Not Everything

ISF – Adjusting Your Poker Play 1v3r1g

importance of adaptability in poker, emphasizing that players should make specific adjustments based on their opponents' high and low frequency moves, rather than generalizing them into categories like "tight-aggressive" or "loose-aggressive"
Developing a Feel for Equities in No-Limit Hold’em Part 2: Equity is Not Everything

Back to Basics (Part 2): Reverse Implied Odds 106p5j

Reverse implied odds are something that almost everyone underestimates, and here we illustrate how they affect your draws.
A Beginner’s Guide to Adjusting for Multiway Pots

Pointers for Micro Stakes No Limit Holdem 4u5069

guidance for newcomers to micro-stakes No Limit Hold'em, emphasizing the importance of consistent bet sizing, managing expectations, understanding the long-term nature of poker, and the significance of sample size when analyzing gameplay statistics

Essential Examples of Blockers in Poker 3wh65

A good place to start working with ranges is looking at blockers, why they matter, how they work and what you can do with them.

EV Calculations Tutorial 3: More Complicated Scenarios 376g3l

When calculating the expected value of a semi-bluff, you will need to work with compound probabilities. This means that certain probabilities will be expressed as the product of the probabilities of two events occurring. If you're careful, the calculations should be easy.

Tactical Thinking – Is It Enough? 5j3z49

the distinction between tactical and strategic thinking in poker, highlighting that while tactical knowledge about playing individual hands is essential, it's the broader strategic approach, including game selection, seat selection, and time selection, that will determine long-term success in the evolving online poker landscape

NLHE Foundations #04: Putting Opponents on Pre-Flop Ranges (Part 1) 4u382h

how to deduce opponents' pre-flop hand ranges by analyzing their actions and using specific statistics like VPIP, PFR, and ATS, emphasizing the importance of understanding these stats in combination and the need for detailed study outside of active play to develop an intuitive grasp of opponent ranges

EV Calculations Tutorial 4: Organizing Large Calculations 2i524s

As we begin to work with complicated poker situations, the difficulty of EV calculations increases. However, by breaking down each scenario into smaller parts and performing the appropriate calculations for each part, the equations become easy. Then you need to simply tally up the results.

How to Play AK When You Miss the Flop 6v2u6c

If you want to know how to play AK in 3-bet spots where you miss the flop, then you need to consider a few key factors.
ISF – Predicting the Future and a Hand For Analysis

ISF – General Hand Reading 494d3r

the importance of hand reading in poker, explaining that understanding the game is futile if one can't effectively read hands; it delves into the nuances of categorizing hands into strong, medium, weak, draws, bluffs, and combo draws
ISF – Predicting the Future and a Hand For Analysis

ISF – Forming Ranges 223p2i

delves into the concept of forming hand ranges in poker, explaining that understanding the rationale behind your hand choices can help you self-repair leaks in your game

NLHE Foundations #07: Putting Opponents on Flop Ranges (Part 1) 5l6213

understanding and categorizing flop ranges in No-Limit Hold'em, emphasizing the distinction between pre-flop and post-flop ranges, the significance of high card and wet flops, and the importance of analyzing opponents' continuation betting and checking habits to gain a competitive edge in the game

ISF – Pocket Pairs 503a46

strategic intricacies of playing pocket pairs in high-stakes poker, advocating for a cautious approach that often favors folding preflop

Reversing the Initiative in a Hand 334z4p

the concept of initiative in poker, detailing how the flow of aggression can shift between players during a hand, and offers strategies for reversing the initiative in various situations,

Texas Hold em Poker Hands Position (6 Max) 371o6f

how to adjust one's poker hand strategy based on table position in 6-max Texas Hold'em games, emphasizing the significance of position in decision-making, and offering specific hand ranges to play from various positions

Poker Odds of an Ace In Hand 19j1

the strategic importance and probabilities of having an Ace in one's hand during pre-flop play in Hold'em, emphasizing the dominance of pairs of Aces and the frequency of hands like Ace King (Big Slick)
The Incorporation of Second-Level Thinking

The Principles of Performance for Poker 4js40

You can make it much easier to improve your poker game by following a few easy guidelines. Your problems as a poker poker are but a reflection of your problems in life and vice versa. With the proper level of self-awareness, you can set about successfully improving your play.

Should You Always Use Pot Control? 4v6131

the concept of pot control in poker, highlighting that while it can be a useful strategy to manage the pot size, it's essential to recognize situations where pot control might be counterproductive

Microstakes Grinding 6h28

the significance of starting with the lowest stakes in online poker, known as "Microstakes", and emphasizes the importance of bankroll management, choosing the right poker sites, adopting a basic strategy with a tight pre-flop hand range, and the value of post-flop play

Renton’s Small Stakes NLHE Ring Strategy: Preflop 6b5427

in-depth guide on preflop strategy for small stakes No-Limit Hold'em ring games, discussing how to adapt to different table dynamics, the importance of position, and how to adjust your hand ranges based on the game's tightness or looseness
Bluff or Check? Missing the Flop in NLHE (Part 2): Flop Texture

Back to Basics (Part 4): Continuation Betting k461u

The game tree for continuation betting is large and expansive, but we break down a semi-bluffing example into all of its components here.

Modern Blind Stealing for No-Limit Hold’em 6u5j37

Online no-limit hold'em is known for focusing around a handful of plays, and stealing the blinds is one of those.

Texas Holdem Poker Table Selection 4e5358

the importance of selecting the right table and seat in poker, detailing criteria such as observing limping patterns, player stack sizes, and aggressive betting behaviors
Bluff or Check? Missing the Flop in NLHE (Part 2): Flop Texture

Raising Behind Limpers 211b2

the strategic advantages of raising after one or more players have limped into the pot, particularly in late position, highlighting the importance of position, initiative, and exploiting opponent tendencies

Making Our Strategies More Robust and Avoiding Auto-Pilot a174k

You shouldn't play the same way against all opponents. By considering how strong or weak you want your ranges to be in certain poker situations, you can get the best of your adversaries. Learn how to modify your default ranges for increased profits.
Please Stop Paying Off Loose/ives at the Poker Tables

Understanding the Importance of Shania (theory post) 5j1g3q

the concept of Shania theory in poker, which emphasizes the importance of having a balanced range of hands when making bets, raises, or calls, thereby reducing the likelihood of making big mistakes and increasing the expected value (EV) of your plays

Using the [0, 1] Model to Look at Polarized Ranges 164s4h

Polarized ranges are talked about a lot, but most people don't know when to use them and when not to. Here we explore this topic using the [0, 1] model for ranges.

Applications and Limitations of the Alpha Value 1e6mi

the significance and proper application of the alpha value in poker, highlighting its utility in specific single-street situations, while cautioning against its misuse in multi-street scenarios

Calculating Hand Combinations 5k5k7

understanding hand combinations in poker, discussing the probability of specific hand occurrences, the impact of blockers on potential hand combinations, and how to quickly calculate the likelihood of certain hands based on visible cards and known blockers

The Process of Learning in Poker 48621j

Because there is no set way to study poker and the game’s variance makes it difficult to measure your progress, learning more about poker can be frustrating. But if you examine a single element of the game in multiple hands, you will accelerate your learning process and avoid becoming overwhelmed.
ISF – Predicting the Future and a Hand For Analysis

ISF – Revision Of ISF Theorem 2s6a2c

revisits the original ISF Theorem, emphasizing the importance of understanding the strength of poker hand ranges in relation to opponents' ranges, and highlights the need for players to adapt their strategies based on the dynamic interplay of these ranges
A Beginner’s Guide to Adjusting for Multiway Pots

How to Adjust to Multi-Player Hands in No-Limit Hold’em 2i6h27

We have five concepts for you to follow here which will drastically increase the strength of your play in multi-way spots in no-limit hold'em games.

Poker Starting Hands with Deep Stacks 4om6l

Deciding what range of hole cards you’re going to play depends largely on your stack size. If your stack equals 60BB or less, you should aim to hit big pairs. If it’s between 60BB-150BB, you can play suited connectors and gappers. Above 150BB, you can play cards with flush or straight potential.

Advanced Value Betting in Simple Scenarios With Game Theory 111e1m

In order to value bet successfully on the river, you need to analyze your opponent's calling range. Thinking about unexploitable bluffing and calling frequencies can be helpful. Be sure not to value bet hands that will win less than half the time that your opponent calls.

Spenda’s 5 Biggest Leaks of a Losing NL Player – Leak 4 611e3s

the importance of adjusting to different player types in poker, emphasizing the need to understand and adapt to the strategies and tendencies of five key player types: Nit, TAGG, LAGG, Maniac, and Fish, with detailed insights on how to effectively play against each type

Exploring Open-Limping Pre-flop 6wk3o

We want to take a deeper look at open-limping pre-flop to see if it's really as bad as its reputation in no-limit hold'em.

Playing Small Pairs in NL Full Ring 2k2x18

the challenges and strategies of playing small pocket pairs in full-ring no-limit hold'em games

Applications of EV Calculations (Part 1): Dealing With Short Stacks i2l5d

To kick off our series on the applications of EV equations, we're going to look at how to deal with all-in situations against short stacks as both the aggressor and the person facing the final bet.
Developing a Feel for Equities in No-Limit Hold’em Part 2: Equity is Not Everything

Renton Theorem aka ABCD Theorem 3j4y3f

When playing No Limit Texas Hold'em poker, it's common to try to make the best play with the hand you're given. However, you should also be considering how to maximize the value you get out of your whole range of hands. Usually, your range will be divided into four parts.

How, Why and When to Double Barrel in No-Limit Hold’em 72s5u

In this week's column, we look at tons of different ideas that govern how, when and why to double barrel on the turn in no-limit hold'em games.

Starting Hands Chart and Groupings 4k3e6b

Hand groupings for no limit texas holdem. Play the different hand groups differently depending on position.
A Beginner’s Guide to Adjusting for Multiway Pots

Balance is the Key 4r154l

finding the right balance between playing too tightly and too loosely is crucial for success in poker, emphasizing that tracking software can assist but ultimately, adapting your strategy based on the game's dynamics is key

Implied vs. Reverse Implied Odds 31h1c

while implied odds consider the potential future gains when making a call, reverse implied odds focus on the potential future losses, and understanding both is crucial for making informed decisions during gameplay

Why is SPR Important? 492mp

the significance of the Stack to Pot Ratio (SPR) in poker, emphasizing that its importance varies based on game texture and player dynamics, and discusses the intricacies of SPR in relation to aggressive history, game strategy, and the challenges of certain bet sizes in various game situations, highlighting the nuanced nature of SPR in decision-making
Exploiting Your Image

Exploiting Your Image 116f6j

the importance of self-awareness in poker, emphasizing how players' perceptions of you can be manipulated to your advantage, whether you've been playing aggressively or conservatively

Nine Noobie Myths About Microstakes NLHE 325s2o

debunks nine common misconceptions that beginners have about playing microstakes No-Limit Hold'em poker