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…
Bankroll Management Poker Strategy
Defining a Bankroll Your bankroll is essentially the amount of money you have set aside to play poker. What is Bankroll Management Therefore, bankroll management (BRM) is the method by which a poker player manages his or her bankroll. However, it is more than just that. Bankroll management is a…
Understanding and Embracing Variance in Poker
Introduction Many people involved in poker will have heard the term variance as it is thrown around a lot, but many people do not always understand what it actually is. As we all know, poker is a game of statistical distribution; every hand we play is at the mercy of…
Understanding Win Rates in Poker
Introduction When playing cash game poker, a critical concept to understand is your win rate. Your win rate is essentially the average amount of money you win over a set period of time, similar to an hourly wage at a job. Moreover, your win rate is the metric in which…
Moving Up In Limits Poker Strategy
Introduction Moving up a limit in poker is often a daunting prospect for many players. I have noticed several problems players seem to have had and some of which I have experienced personally, so hopefully, this article will help some people make a smoother transition and help make shots taken…