Exploitation and the FTC Theorem 4q3z4s
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies 312d2o
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
The Math of Poker 364d1e
by Beginner Poker Strategies
poker is fundamentally a game of mathematics, dismissing the notion of "luck" and emphasizing that every decision in poker can be expressed in of Expected Value (EV) or utility
[FTR Quick Tip 010] Flop Range Adjustments 5v1e3b
by Poker Videos
the importance of adjusting and readjusting one's poker strategy based on opponents' gameplay, advocating for tailored approaches against different players to maximize earnings in No Limit Hold’em cash games
Poker Tells – Top/Most Common Poker Tells! 3ix1t
by Live Poker Strategies
the significance of poker tells, emphasizing that while some behaviors are universal across players, others are unique, and the ability to discern these tells can provide a strategic advantage in the game
Playing Overcards in Limit Holdem – Intro 2b2fa
by Limit Hold’em Poker Strategies
complexities and challenges of playing overcards in limit hold'em, highlighting the numerous scenarios that can arise, the importance of situational thinking, and the need for players to adapt their strategies
Personal Attacks and the Check Raise 6x3f2z
by Live Poker Strategies
There's a weird school of thought that check-raising in live poker is unfriendly or ungentlemanly behavior. But it is merely just another tool in your strategic arsenal. It's usually not used to make a personal assault against an opponent. Use it to bet for value or bluff as usual.
Expanding Your Pre Flop Range 2a6sv
by Poker Psychology Strategies
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
Limit vs No Limit Texas Holdem Poker 332x2n
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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
3 Extremely Useful Methods to Recognizing a Read 1d313g
by Poker Psychology Strategies
practical exercises to help poker players better recognize their opponents' tells, such as hosting a running commentary in your head during a hand, observing players' actions and body language after you fold, and watching how players socialize to understand their expressive body parts
Back to Basics (Part 3): Semi-Bluffing in Position 5m112y
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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.
Order of Poker Hands – Omaha 5o25p
by Omaha Poker Strategy Articles
There are a few superficial similarities between No Limit Texas Hold'em and Pot Limit Omaha. The names of the streets and the rounds of betting are identical. There are important differences as well, not least of which is the fact that there are four hole cards in PLO.
How to Make Actual Adjustments While Playing 171216
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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.
The Reality of Online Poker 6zn37
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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.
The Best Time to Bluff 6e2a36
by Cash Game Strategies
Ever wonder what differentiates good bluffs from bad ones? This article explains the conditions that are the most ideal for you to pull off a bluff and the situations in which you’re least likely to succeed at bluffing. Your playing image and other factors determine when bluffing is a wise move.
Fun Tricks for Mental Preparation for No-Limit Hold’em 6d6e5p
by Poker Psychology Strategies
Take advantage of the 80/20 rule and get the most in of results with a minimal amount of effort with these tricks.
An Easy Guide to Exploiting Your Opponents 2b6y6l
by Poker Psychology Strategies
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.
soupie’s Win MTT Poker 02 – Be a Big Picture Person 2b193g
by MTT Poker Strategies
the importance of maintaining a long-term perspective in multi-table poker tournaments, advocating for record-keeping to assess overall performance and adapt strategies accordingly
TLR’s Guide to All Things Turbo 462f4d
by SNG Poker Strategy Articles
strategies specific to turbo Sit & Go (SNG) poker tournaments, emphasizing the importance of position, stack size, and aggressive play, especially during the bubble phase and heads-up situations, to maximize chances of success
A Better Approach to Attack and Defense in Poker 2m4bn
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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.
Moving Up in Low Stakes from $.05/.10 to $.25/.50 4m5i1b
by Limit Hold’em Poker Strategies
guidance for poker players transitioning from lower stakes to slightly higher stakes, emphasizing the significance of post-flop play, strategies like check-raising, taking free cards, understanding when not to fold, and aggressively raising draws
FTR SNG Strategy: Maximizing value in HU situations Part 4 332p4n
by Poker Videos
There's a big difference between finishing first and second in a SNG. Improve your results by learning how to play better heads-up. Ranges will be wide, posing a challenge, but by reading your opponent well, you can lean how to maximize value and win more often than you lose.
soupie’s Win MTT Poker 10 – Developing Skills 666v72
by MTT Poker Strategies
the importance of adapting one's poker strategy based on the table dynamics and opponents, cautioning against rigidly following any single approach, and highlights the need to play poker based on situations and opponents rather than just the cards in hand
Tilt and Why 1x5s59
by Poker Psychology Strategies
the psychological aspects of tilt in poker, highlighting how humans inherently link failure with self-worth, and emphasizes the importance of recognizing and managing these emotions in real-time during poker games to prevent irrational decisions and maintain optimal gameplay
How to Determine Whether or Not to Call an All-in Bet 3us4v
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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.
New Approach to Table Selection 4m1b1m
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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
No-Limit 2-7 Single Draw Strategy (Part 2): Pat Hand Combinations 6x641t
by Cash Game Strategies
Hand combinations for no-limit 2-7 single draw are much more complicated than hold'em, but they can be made relatively easy with this method.
Planning Ahead: Multi-Street Bluffing 5m3sf
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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.
Revisiting the EV Calculations Tutorial Series 4y6r4i
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
This week's column details not one but two of the most critical poker training series I have ever put together.
Pre-flop Strategy – Starting Hand Rankings: Group 6 6d3u5a
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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
Double or Nothing SNGs – Part II – Post Flop Play 1q6m
by SNG Poker Strategy Articles
strategies for post-flop play in Double or Nothing Sit & Go tournaments, emphasizing the importance of having a strong hand to continue after the flop, the reduced value of continuation betting, the need to play aggressively with made hands, and the significance of adjusting one's play based on the tournament's progression
Typical Players in Small Stakes NLHE 2k4t3e
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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
by SNG Poker Strategy Articles
collection of strategic poker moves and plays, not originally created by the author, but compiled from various sources, offering tactics like the "Pushing all in" move, "Stop and Go," "Continuation Bet," and "Squeeze Play"
Bluffing Poker Tells 563j3d
by Live Poker Strategies
Players often exhibit specific tells when bluffing at the poker table, and while individual reactions may vary, there are general tells, as discussed by Caro, that can indicate a bluff
Optimizing Your Sessions With Simple Routines 465h4z
by Poker Psychology Strategies
Establishing a set of routines to perform before you begin playing poker will produce long-term, positive results. By properly training your body, you'll be able to condition your involuntary responses to make you calm, focused and ready to play whenever you want to.
Applying Sauce123 Cash Game Poker Strategy $400 NL 6 Max c4c51
by Poker Videos
discusses applying the Sauce123 strategy in $2/$4 NL 6 Max cash games of Texas Hold'em poker, focusing on maximizing content and action, even in fairly marginal spots
Poker Hands 3e1sg
by Poker Rules
Find out the Ranking of Texas Holdem Poker Hands & the Order of each, from Royal Flush down to High Card, then take our hand ranking quiz!
“To Check/Raise or Not to Check/Raise?” That is Today’s Question 4v424t
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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.
The Newbie Circle of Death 4c6j30
by Poker Psychology Strategies
chronicles a poker player's journey through various phases of gameplay, from initial success and overconfidence to setbacks and self-doubt, ultimately emphasizing the importance of discipline, focus, and treating poker with respect to achieve consistent success
Double Shootout SnG Satellite Strategy (Micro Stakes $1 by kingnat) 12v33
by Poker Videos
strategies for short-handed play in Normal speed Double-Shootout Satellites to the Sunday $1M, emphasizing the importance of deep short-handed play from the start and potential deep heads-up play
Hand of the Week 5B (QQ UTG facing raise w/ 25 BBs in MTT) v6t24
by Poker Videos
donkbee analyzes a poker hand between two players, focusing on player two's perspective, where player two with Queens decides to flat call an initial min raise from player one
Texas Holdem Rules 3t33v
by Poker Rules
Before playing any type of poker, you need to know the rules of the game. Texas Hold'em is the most popular type of poker, so you should learn its rules first. There are four rounds of betting and three common betting structures that you need to be aware of.
Practical Game Theory in Poker (Part 1): Attack and Defense 5b4s2a
by Beginner Poker Strategies
Attack and defense in game theory mean somewhat different things than what you might initially think about in poker.
soupie’s Win MTT Poker Chapter 1 5m231e
by MTT Poker Strategies
insights on winning multi-table tournaments (MTTs) in poker, emphasizing the importance of patience, pacing, and various strategies like tight play in the early stages, emotional control, and playing within one's financial and emotional means
Sit-n-Go Strategy Guide Part 4 5n49w
by SNG Poker Strategy Articles
In order to increase your hourly while playing SNGs, you may decide to multitable. You can try to stagger the starting times of your tournaments to make the process easier for you. Any SNG player can improve his or her results by learning to bluff well.
Evaluating NLHE MTT Structure 82b6m
by MTT Poker Strategies
There are many different poker tournament structures that are common today. You need to evaluate the structure in any given MTT to determine how your strategy should change. The depth of the starting stacks (in big blinds) is an especially important factor to consider.
Building Your Poker Pyramid 2t715h
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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
by Poker Videos
JGB continues to explore the Sauce123 strategy in 6-Max $200 NL Texas Hold'em cash games, with a focus on table selection and featuring gameplay on two tables shown side by side
Betting to Protect Your Hand in Poker j6d39
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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.
Developing a Feel for Equities in No-Limit Hold’em Part 3: Hitting the Flop 6b3df
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
how equities change throughout a hand, the impact of flop texture, and the advantages of having draws on different board types
EV Calculations Tutorial 1: Introduction 1f1545
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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.
No Deposit – All Returns: How to Build a Bankroll from Nothing Part I 5l6529
by Beginner Poker Strategies
how to build a poker bankroll without making any deposits, emphasizing the importance of understanding poker strategies, learning from play money tables, and leveraging freerolls on poker platforms to earn real money
Intuition: Semi-Bluffing With Non-Nut Outs 26503g
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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.
HORSE Rules d3s49
by Poker Rules
In HORSE, players must play 5 different poker games: Hold'em, Omaha/8, Razz, Seven Card Stud and Seven Card Stud/8. All games are in limit betting format, and each game is played for eight hands before the next game in the rotation begins.
The ABC’s of Continuation Betting 304y2y
by SNG Poker Strategy Articles
C-betting is something you should routinely be doing when the flop misses you. You need to take into your position, the number of opponents on the flop, your hand and other factors when deciding whether or not to make a continuation bet.
Bluff or Check? Missing the Flop in NLHE (Part 1): Introduction 3b6v5w
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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.
Semi-Bluffing Examples to Build Your Intuition 4u6j60
by Beginner Poker Strategies
Semi-bluffing can be an important part of your game, but many players have difficulty understanding how their EV increases just by having outs to the nuts before the river. This article examines examples which demonstrate the inherent value of semi-bluffing for new and experienced players alike.
[FTR Quick Tip 015] Floating the Flop 596li
by Poker Videos
the advanced poker strategy of floating on the flop, emphasizing its effectiveness when used judiciously, but cautioning against indiscriminate floating which can lead to becoming a predictable calling station
The General Theory Behind Inducing Bluffs in Poker 5d1p6i
by Cash Game Strategies
Most people don't understand the relationship between inducing bluffs and value betting in the game of poker.
soupie’s Win MTT Poker 03 – Tilt, Patience 1b6b10
by MTT Poker Strategies
manage tilt and maintain patience in multi-table tournaments (MTT) poker, and other advice such as not stealing from emotionally wounded players, giving yourself multiple ways to win each hand, and taking time to think through crucial decisions
ISF – Why Being OOP Sucks x5e6q
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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
5 Card Draw Rules 454i42
by Poker Rules
5 Card Draw is a game that's familiar to many poker players through fondly ed games around the kitchen table. With only two betting rounds and the possibility of replacing cards you don't like, the game is completely different from Texas Hold'em.
Three Barrelling Bad Regs 5k2v2x
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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 #06: Putting Opponents on Pre-Flop Ranges (Part 3) 4v1q6
by Beginner Poker Strategies
he third installment in the No-Limit Hold’em Foundations Series on FTR, focusing on the skill of determining an opponent's hand range when they call pre-flop, emphasizing the relationship between calling and 3-betting ranges
Badugi Rules 5t232m
by Poker Rules
Badugi is a weird, yet addictive, type of poker. You get four cards, and you have to try to make the lowest possible hand without repeating ranks or suits. There are three draws, so you have ample opportunity to get rid of cards you don't like.
by SNG Poker Strategy Articles
Many people are contemplating getting started in low-stakes SNGs. By following a few tips for what to do at the tables and what to avoid, you'll be well on your way to success. While you'll want to consider each decision separately, these guidelines will serve you well as you get started.
NLHE Foundations #03: Calling to Close the Action in No-Limit Hold’em 1c32p
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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
Planning Your Moves in Limit Hold’em 33446b
by Limit Hold’em Poker Strategies
In Limit Hold'em, you'll be seeing more showdowns than you would in No Limit poker. This means that you should carefully consider your ranges preflop by judging your hand's showdown value when deciding whether or not to fold, cold-call, open-raise, or three-bet.
You Can’t Make Your Opponent Fold r5h
by Poker Psychology Strategies
in Texas Hold'em poker, you can't force an opponent to fold; instead, you can only make it more difficult for them to stay in the hand by influencing their choices, such as by raising the stakes, ultimately leaving the final decision to them
chardrian’s Beginner’s List of Poker Leaks 5667n
by Poker Psychology Strategies
Poker is a complex, difficult game, so it's only natural for beginners to make a lot of errors. The problem is in identifying these errors -- if you knew what they were, you wouldn't be making them! Take a look at these common leaks to see if any of them are present in your game.
Should You Multi-Table? y336a
by Beginner Poker Strategies
explores the pros and cons of multi-tabling in poker, suggesting that while it can increase earnings, it's not suitable for everyone and may depend on individual skills, the competitive landscape, and the ability to adapt to faster gameplay
Going After Multi Tablers 1f1v42
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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
Back to Basics (Part 5): Poker Reads Made Simple 526o18
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
Avoid distractions and get better at making solid, fundamental reads with the fifth installment in the Back to Basics series.
NLHE Foundations Supplement A: How to Use This Course 5x4c59
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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
chardrian’s Guide to Live Small Stakes Limit Hold’em (Part 13) 6dh48
by Live Poker Strategies
In brick-and-mortar Limit Hold'em ring games, you'll often have an equity edge preflop even with an unmade hand. In these spots, you have to be prepared to make the +EV decision and raise. You're leaving too much money on the table if you just call in these situations.
About Pot Odds and Implied Odds When Playing Draws 4183e
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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
Back to Basics (Part 2): Reverse Implied Odds 106p5j
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
Reverse implied odds are something that almost everyone underestimates, and here we illustrate how they affect your draws.
Andy Holt’s Guide to Satellite Poker Tournaments 5zm4l
by MTT Poker Strategies
Satellite poker tournaments can be very profitable, but they require strategic adjustments from normal tournament play. You don't want to risk your stack early on because survival is more important than chip accumulation. This changes later on in the tournament.
Small Stakes Limit Holdem Theorems 4r4o3b
by Limit Hold’em Poker Strategies
“Poker is a game of cards, people and position” – Multiple sources “There is nothing you can do about the cards” – Multiple sources Consider that playing cards well will only get you so far if your ultimate goal is to score as many points as possible. If I’m...
ISF – Adjusting Your Poker Play 1v3r1g
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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"
Pointers for Micro Stakes No Limit Holdem 4u5069
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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
No Deposit – All Returns: How to Build a Bankroll from Nothing Part II k2t2b
by Beginner Poker Strategies
guide on how to build a poker bankroll from scratch, focusing on strategies for freerolls and cash games, the importance of game and table selection, and the psychological aspects of bankroll management
Essential Examples of Blockers in Poker 3wh65
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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.
Using Game Theory in SNG Tournaments (Part 1): Heads Up Basics 721t3a
by SNG Poker Strategy Articles
Basic heads-up SNG scenarios are often much more complicated than they seem, and game theory helps us to understand why.
soupie’s Win MTT Poker 14 – Final Table, Heads Up r1o6o
by MTT Poker Strategies
strategies for playing at the final table and in heads-up situations in multi-table tournaments (MTT), covering different player types, pot odds, and emotional management
9 Hands From an Aggressive PLO Session 34165v
by Omaha Poker Strategy Articles
a session of 400PLO, highlighting the author's aggressive playstyle and strategy across various hands, emphasizing the importance of table image and the dynamics it creates with other players
chardrian’s Guide to Live Small Stakes Limit Hold’em (part 12) 2u6j5o
by Live Poker Strategies
Betting for value is critical in any small-stakes, live Limit Hold'em cash game. We'll look at an example hand, changing a few variables around, to see under what circumstances we have a clear bet for value. It's important to keep making correct bets and raises without being results-oriented.
FTR SNG Strategy: Maximizing value in HU situations Part 3 5f562l
by Poker Videos
Heads-up play in a Sit and Go tournament is different from normal play at a larger table. Your ranges will need to be very wide. By winning more than your fair share of HU duels, you'll be able to increase your ROI and profits in any SNG especially multi-table SNGs.
PokerStars Sit And Gos – HORSE 4w2j4p
by SNG Poker Strategy Articles
overview of HORSE Sit & Go Tournaments on PokerStars, detailing the five poker games that make up the format, the rotation of games, buy-in ranges, and payout structures, aiming to offer a diverse and entertaining experience for players of varying skill levels
EV Calculations Tutorial 3: More Complicated Scenarios 376g3l
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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.
Playing the Small Blind in an MTT Part 2 6i2g6i
by MTT Poker Strategies
the strategy of playing the small blind in multi-table tournaments, focusing on the considerations when dealing with very short stacks, the importance of fold equity, and the factors that influence the decision to push all-in, especially when the stack is around five times the big blind
How to Play AK When You Miss the Flop 6v2u6c
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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.
Babysitting Blunders: How Not to Treat New Players g6s5y
by Poker Psychology Strategies
During my time at the tables, I've had a chance to observe an extensive amount of human behavior. Thanks to the growing popularity of the game, I'm seeing more and more diverse personalities sported by players operating on a variety of skill levels. But with the ever-expanding pool of competitors, I find many of my brothers and sisters who've been around for a while are forgetting some of the cardinal rules of the game. I'm talking, specifically, about the treatment of new players at the tables. It happens both at live events and when surfing through the online card rooms. There are veterans (and even more who think themselves to be veterans) who, by carrying themselves in a certain fashion, do themselves a disservice and consequently reduce their own level of play.
Card Looking Poker Tells 182t43
by Live Poker Strategies
the importance of observing opponents' reactions when they look at their cards in poker games, suggesting that players can gain valuable insights into their opponents' hands by noting their behaviors, such as the speed of their reactions, shuffling habits, and responses to the flop
ISF – General Hand Reading 494d3r
by Poker Psychology Strategies
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
[FTR Quick Tip 020] Video: Double Barreling 6k716f
by Poker Videos
In today's Texas Hold'em games, you can't just have a "one and done" philosophy to c-betting. You'll often be required to follow up with a bet on the turn or risk exploitation. By examining ranges and board texture, you can learn to make better two-barreling decisions.
Playing Blinds in SNGs 10666g
by SNG Poker Strategy Articles
Playing from the blinds in a SNG tournament is tricky. You'll often be getting very favorable pot odds and thus be inclined to play many hands. But you should that you'll be out of position without the initiative. In early levels, it's far better to stay out of trouble by playing tight.
ISF – Forming Ranges 223p2i
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
strategic intricacies of playing pocket pairs in high-stakes poker, advocating for a cautious approach that often favors folding preflop
Brick and Mortar/Live Poker Strategy 5f315c
by Live Poker Strategies
prepares online poker players for the transition to live, brick-and-mortar games, emphasizing the differences in player behavior, pace, and strategy, while also offering tips on how to adapt and succeed in this different environment
Reversing the Initiative in a Hand 334z4p
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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 Principles of Performance for Poker 4js40
by Poker Psychology Strategies
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.
Chardrian’s Guide to Live Small Stakes Limit Poker (Part 2) 15z35
by Live Poker Strategies
the importance of understanding the rake, recognizing that limit poker is inherently mathematical, consistently tracking the pot size, and making decisions based on pot odds and equity percentages
Should You Always Use Pot Control? 4v6131
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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
Sit-n-Go Strategy Guide Part 3 193455
by SNG Poker Strategy Articles
When determining what level of SNGs to play, you need to carefully consider your bankroll as well as your own confidence that you can beat a level. to start out playing tight and loosen up later on in a tournament. Always be objective when analyzing your own play.
Back to Basics (Part 4): Continuation Betting k461u
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
The game tree for continuation betting is large and expansive, but we break down a semi-bluffing example into all of its components here.
Poker Goals 143y2w
by Poker Psychology Strategies
the importance of setting proper goals in poker, cautioning against monetary objectives due to their unpredictability and potential to negatively influence gameplay; instead, it advocates for achievable, volume-based goals that don't compromise decision-making
PokerStars Sit And Gos – Heads Up 2r3b1n
by SNG Poker Strategy Articles
overview of the heads-up Sit and Go tournaments on PokerStars, detailing the different blind structures, game styles, and buy-in levels, along with strategic advice for improving win rates
Microstakes Grinding 6h28
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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
chardrian’s Guide to Live Smallstakes Limit Hold’em (Part 11) 5o6p6p
by Live Poker Strategies
When drawing at hands in Limit Hold'em, you need to consider not just your pot odds, but your implied odds as well. This means that you'll have to estimate how likely it is that your opponents give you action after you make your hand. Don't use this as an excuse to draw against terrible odds.
2005 WSOP Main Event – Michael1123’s Recap 5q6c3v
by Poker Editorials
recap of the 2005 WSOP Main Event, detailing Michael1123's experiences and observations during the tournament
Renton’s Small Stakes NLHE Ring Strategy: Preflop 6b5427
by No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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
Live Poker Cash Game Strategies 1e3s16
by Live Poker Strategies
insights into effective strategies for live poker cash games, emphasizing the importance of understanding opponents, adjusting to table dynamics, and making informed decisions based on various factors
Avoiding Tilt 522z3g
by Poker Psychology Strategies
the significance of recognizing and avoiding tilt in poker, emphasizing the importance of taking breaks, understanding the emotional triggers, and implementing strategies to maintain optimal gameplay and mental well-being
