Being Balanced in Poker
Picture this, you arrive at the river with the stone-cold nuts. Eager to make as much money as possible, you push all-in. Alas, your opponent folds; it must not be your night. Once again, you have a monster hand, shove, and once again, your opponent folds. This seems to happen every time you have a […]
3 Common Beginner Mistakes at Micro Stakes
In the time I have been coaching, there are many common mistakes that students who are new to poker make. From what I see, it’s due to a lack of experience, knowledge, or studying outdated concepts. The strategies students grow attached to are ones that they think are safer and easier to play. Most of […]
Defending Your Big Blind
One of the easiest places to lose a ton of value in poker is with poor big blind (BB) defense. For example, you could be calling pre-flop too frequently, causing you to miss the flop more frequently, resulting in folding to your opponent’s bets. Or you could be under-defending your BB, simply bleeding chips at […]
The Importance of Suitedness and Connectedness in Poker
Raw equity is often over-valued in poker. The raw equity of a hand is its chance to win at a showdown vs. our opponent’s range when there are no other factors at play. For example, 76 suited (76s) vs. our opponents UTG opening range looks something like this: Hypothetically if neither player could act after […]
How to Effectively Study Poker
Studying poker is critical to your success. As a poker player, your ability to improve at the stakes you are playing or move up to higher stakes is directly correlated to the quantity and quality of studying you do. Athletes practice their game to not only hone their skills and stay on top of what […]
How to Deal With Losing Sessions
Poker can be a cruel mistress. You’ll have losing sessions and downswings; these are guaranteed. The mental aspect of poker is a subject that has always fascinated me and often caught me out. I have made many efforts over the past few years to ensure that I can deal effectively with not only a single […]
When to Leave the Poker Table
Choosing the optimal time to leave the game can be the key to both your long and short-term results. This article shows you what you need to look out for when playing to ensure you make the best possible decision, either soldiering on or throwing in the towel. When to Leave Tilt One of the […]
Dealing With Aggressive Players
We all know the aggressive player, i.e., the maniac. They seem like they’re bullying everyone on the table, betting each street and taking no prisoners. It can be daunting when this type of player shows up in your online session, where you’re being put in uncomfortable spots, and it feels like you’re always having to […]