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Beginner Poker Strategies (104)
Cash Game Strategies (56)
Featured Poker Strategy Articles (37)
Heads Up Strategies (5)
Limit Hold’em Poker Strategies (33)
Live Poker Strategies (36)
MTT Poker Strategies (34)
No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies (176)
Omaha Poker Strategy Articles (14)
Open Face Chinese Poker (2)
Poker Psychology Strategies (59)
Poker Rules (20)
Poker Tools (12)
Poker Videos (46)
SNG Poker Strategy Articles (33)
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 19, 2024 | MTT Poker Strategies
the complexities of decision-making in multi-table poker tournaments, particularly when an Ace appears on the turn, advising players to consider factors like opponent behavior, pot odds, and their own hand strength before making a move
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 19, 2024 | No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
distinguishing between "made hands" and "draws" based on their equity properties against different ranges, and offers strategies on how to play weak made hands and draws effectively, emphasizing the importance of understanding opponent ranges and optimizing equity in various game situations
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 16, 2024 | MTT Poker Strategies
As any poker player does, you will suffer your share of bad beats in tournaments. It's important to have a proper bankroll management strategy and sufficient emotional fortitude to survive to see the long-term rewards of your superior play. Always evaluate your draws carefully.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 16, 2024 | Cash Game Strategies, No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 16, 2024 | 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
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 16, 2024 | 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.
by carlcarlsoniv | Mar 15, 2024 | Poker Videos
a tight aggressive strategy while 4-tabling at $50 no-limit 6-max cash games, emphasizing the importance of playing conservatively at smaller stakes and adjusting play based on reads from the table
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 15, 2024 | Featured Poker Strategy Articles, MTT Poker Strategies
Michael1123's multi-table tournament strategy, emphasizing the importance of position, hand selection, and adjusting to various stages of a poker tournament
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 15, 2024 | Poker Rules
Razz is a form of poker very similar to 7 Card Stud. The difference is that you're playing for low instead of high. A "wheel" consists of A2345 and is the best possible hand. Straights and flushes don't count against your low hand here.
by carlcarlsoniv | Mar 15, 2024 | 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.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 14, 2024 | Live Poker Strategies
insights into reading opponents' body language and actions when it's your turn to act in a poker game, covering topics like identifying potential openers, raisers, and bluffers, as well as understanding subtle cues that can indicate a player's intentions
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 14, 2024 | 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
by carlcarlsoniv | Mar 13, 2024 | No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
Position and outs are connected when it comes to bluffing, and most people don't realize how they relate to each other through the EV of checking.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 13, 2024 | Limit Hold’em Poker Strategies
several strategic poker plays that players should be familiar with before advancing to higher stakes, emphasizing the importance of understanding and effectively utilizing these plays to maximize profitability and outmaneuver opponents in various game situations
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 13, 2024 | 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.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 13, 2024 | Beginner Poker Strategies, Omaha Poker Strategy Articles, Poker Rules
As No Limit Hold'em continues to become tougher to beat, many players are turning to other games instead. In this article, we'll go over the rules and outline simple strategies to help get you started in non-Hold'em poker games. Pot Limit Omaha has become the most popular "other" game.
by carlcarlsoniv | Mar 13, 2024 | No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 13, 2024 | Cash Game Strategies, Limit Hold’em Poker Strategies
challenges faced by low stakes limit Hold'em players as they progress to higher stakes, emphasizing the increasing aggression and skill levels of opponents, the diminishing value in middle limits, and the need for strategic adjustments
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 12, 2024 | 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,
by givememyleg | Mar 12, 2024 | No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
various strategies and post-flop tendencies of different poker players, classifying them based on their actions such as "call, fold, raise," and offering insights on how to exploit each player type's weaknesses and tendencies for optimal gameplay
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 12, 2024 | Featured Poker Strategy Articles, SNG Poker Strategy Articles
There are a lot of strategic concepts involved in proper Sit and Go play. By learning how to wield your stack as a weapon, playing appropriately tight and developing proper preflop ranges, you'll be well on your way to beating the games. You'll also need to consider what other players are doing.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 11, 2024 | Live Poker Strategies, 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.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 11, 2024 | Cash Game Strategies, No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
optimal starting hands for 6-max poker games, emphasizing the flexibility and looser requirements compared to full-ring games, and categorizes hands into groups based on their strength and playability
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 11, 2024 | Poker Psychology Strategies
the key to maximizing profits in poker is to focus on long-term results and to play more hands, cautioning against the pitfalls of emotional decision-making based on short-term fluctuations, much like in stock investing
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 11, 2024 | SNG Poker Strategy Articles
advises players to open up their starting hand requirements during the middle stages of a Double or Nothing Sit & Go tournament, emphasizing the importance of pot-stealing and re-stealing strategies, especially when antes are in play
by Mike1013 | Mar 10, 2024 | Poker Videos
the importance of using selective aggression and position to exploit players who frequently limp at the poker table, suggesting that players should not only raise with their strongest hands but also widen their ranges to capitalize on the mistakes of limpers in no limit Texas Hold'em cash games
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 10, 2024 | No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
strategies for identifying and exploiting the strengths of an opponent's poker game, emphasizing the importance of unbalancing their play and taking unconventional lines to force them into difficult decisions
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 10, 2024 | MTT Poker Strategies
Sometimes, it's valuable to go over your completed poker tournaments with a hand-history viewer to analyze spots that you are unsure about and identify errors in play. You can use a replayer that automatically cuts out hands that you folded preflop so that you can focus on the important hands.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 9, 2024 | SNG Poker Strategy Articles
"double or nothing" Sit & Go tournaments where players either double their buy-in or win nothing, with the top 5 out of 10 players splitting the prize pool equally
by carlcarlsoniv | Mar 9, 2024 | Poker Videos
beginner's guide for Hold'em players transitioning to Pot-Limit Omaha, focusing on key concepts such as preflop selection, the significance of position raising, the strength of substantial draws, and the nuances of reading Omaha boards compared to Hold'em
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 9, 2024 | Beginner Poker Strategies, No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 9, 2024 | 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
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 9, 2024 | No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies, 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
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 9, 2024 | Poker Rules
7 Card Stud Hi/Lo is an exciting variant on normal 7 Card Stud play. In this split-pot format, players can win the high half of the pot, the low half of the pot or scoop the entire pot. Beware of getting quartered though! It can be costly.
by givememyleg | Mar 8, 2024 | Beginner Poker Strategies, Poker Psychology Strategies
A funny look at the mythic term, “downswings,” this article debunks the existence of players being on downswings or upswings. The logic? Since every hand dealt in poker is independent of all others, you cannot up-or-downswing; you can only have an historical period of increased losses or winnings.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 8, 2024 | Poker Psychology Strategies
the psychology of poker players who experience tilt, exploring the reasons behind such emotional reactions, including the impact of odds, ego, external factors, and cold cards
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 8, 2024 | Beginner Poker Strategies, Cash Game Strategies, No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
the challenges and strategies of playing small pocket pairs in full-ring no-limit hold'em games
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 8, 2024 | Omaha Poker Strategy Articles
discusses 10 specific Pot Limit Omaha (PLO) poker hands played by Salsa4ever, offering insights and strategic analysis for each hand
by carlcarlsoniv | Mar 7, 2024 | 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.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 7, 2024 | Beginner Poker Strategies
Making things as easy and effective as possible is a major part of being a good poker player, and that's exactly what you'll be able to do with planning your hand after you read this week's column.
by givememyleg | Mar 7, 2024 | Open Face Chinese Poker
An introduction to Open Face Chinese Poker for beginner's looking to play. This is the start of a multi-part guide which will (hopefully) take you from a completely new player, to understanding the basics and get you on your way to becoming a winning player.
by givememyleg | Mar 7, 2024 | 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
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 7, 2024 | Poker Rules
If you've watched televised poker tournaments, the players were probably playing No Limit Texas Hold'em. With two blinds to get the action started and four rounds of betting, there's plenty of action to be found. All-in confrontations are somewhat common especially in tournaments.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 7, 2024 | No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
the importance of understanding and utilizing aggression in poker, emphasizing the concept that if a player has decent equity against a range and perceives some fold equity, they should be inclined to bet or shove
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 6, 2024 | Cash Game Strategies, No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies, Poker Psychology Strategies
in-depth discussion from the High Stakes forum about the strategy and considerations behind river check/raises, including factors to consider when deciding to make a river check/raise with nut hands or as a bluff, and showcases several hand examples to illustrate the concepts
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 6, 2024 | No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
the strategy of deferring the continuation bet by checking the flop and opting to bet on the turn or river, highlighting its effectiveness in situations where the opponent's range is stronger on the flop, and providing examples in both 2-bet and 3-bet pots to illustrate the concept
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 6, 2024 | Beginner Poker Strategies, Poker Psychology Strategies
having a sufficient bankroll in poker is not just about weathering variance, but also about enabling more aggressive and effective play, as it allows you to take calculated risks that can force your opponents out of their comfort zones
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 5, 2024 | MTT Poker Strategies
the importance of understanding your table image, effectively playing paired flops, and the pitfalls of overconfidence when holding a big chip stack in poker tournaments
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 5, 2024 | Beginner Poker Strategies
A reader-friendly, easy to understand explanation of game theory and its applications in poker. Explaining the differences between theoretical terms such as strategy, strategic options, domination and exploitation, the article teaches players how to use these principles to maximize their winnings.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 5, 2024 | SNG Poker Strategy Articles
early-stage strategies for Double or Nothing Sit & Go poker tournaments, emphasizing the importance of tight pre-flop card selection, understanding the implications of the Independent Chip Model (ICM) when considering all-in confrontations, and the challenges of playing small to medium pocket pairs due to the tight nature of general DON players
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 5, 2024 | Limit Hold’em Poker Strategies
the strategic importance of three-betting against players who frequently raise from steal positions, highlighting the need to understand opponents' raising frequencies, adjust three-betting ranges based on equity and position, and be cautious of over-aggressive plays
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 5, 2024 | Beginner Poker Strategies
Low-limit novice players will move all-in at the drop of a hat, or make ridiculous calls in obvious folding situations. They're playing for pennies, not pride, and their decisions fall into the “What the hell, let's gamble” category more often than veteran players would like.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 5, 2024 | Beginner Poker Strategies, Poker Psychology Strategies
Learning how to play poker correctly is a tough enterprise. Fortunately, you don't have to reinvent the wheel -- by reading the tips and advice of players who have gone before you, your own learning curve can be significantly accelerated.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 4, 2024 | 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
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 4, 2024 | SNG Poker Strategy Articles
Learning how to study post-flop tournament scenarios, especially push/fold scenarios, is important in the growth of an SNG player.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 4, 2024 | No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
advice for 200NL or lower 6Max poker games, emphasizing the importance of adjusting strategies based on effective stack sizes of 80-125BB preflop and considering opponent's assumptions about one's play
by carlcarlsoniv | Mar 4, 2024 | Featured Poker Strategy Articles, No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 4, 2024 | Beginner Poker Strategies, 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
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 4, 2024 | Poker Psychology Strategies
various tactics, primarily effective in live poker games, to psychologically unsettle opponents, ranging from bluffing and making snide comments to slow rolling and incessantly talking about irrelevant topics
by carlcarlsoniv | Mar 4, 2024 | Poker Videos
a tight aggressive approach to poker with a strong emphasis on the advantages of positional play, highlighting its significance in making informed decisions and maximizing profits in the game
by givememyleg | Mar 4, 2024 | Beginner Poker Strategies, Featured Poker Strategy Articles, 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!
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 3, 2024 | Poker Rules
Crazy Pineapple is just like Texas Hold'em, but it has a fun twist! There are three hole cards, and after the flop, you choose and discard one. Due to the extra card, hands tend to be stronger than they would be in a normal Texas Hold'em game.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 3, 2024 | Cash Game Strategies, 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
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 3, 2024 | Beginner Poker Strategies, Featured Poker Strategy Articles
The study of tactical play in poker is about figuring out which plays are likely to work well against certain player types and against the field as a whole.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 3, 2024 | Beginner Poker Strategies, Poker Psychology Strategies
It's happened to all of us at one point or another. Even the great Phil Ivey went bust several times before hitting his stride. Rather than beating yourself up over it, take your bust-out as an opportunity to learn.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 3, 2024 | Beginner Poker Strategies, Featured Poker Strategy Articles
If you want to learn about how to 3-bet for value before you see the flop, you’ve found the right article. This will teach you how to 3-bet and when it’s appropriate to do so. You’ll also learn about your 3-betting range, calling range, folding range and why they are critical to your success.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 3, 2024 | Beginner Poker Strategies, Cash Game Strategies, 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
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 3, 2024 | Limit Hold’em Poker Strategies, 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.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 3, 2024 | Beginner Poker Strategies
Game theory can be difficult to understand and apply during a game of Hold’em. After reading this, you’ll be able to figure out the right move without having to do complex math in your head. By remembering a few numbers and what they represent, you’ll be able to use game theory to your advantage.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 3, 2024 | Featured Poker Strategy Articles, MTT Poker Strategies, 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.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 3, 2024 | No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 3, 2024 | Featured Poker Strategy Articles, Limit Hold’em Poker Strategies, Live Poker Strategies
first part of a guide to playing live small stakes limit poker, sharing the author's personal journey from law school to becoming a full-time poker player
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 2, 2024 | Featured Poker Strategy Articles, MTT Poker Strategies
strategies for effectively building and maintaining a chip stack during the middle stages of a poker tournament
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 2, 2024 | Poker Videos
The video focuses on maximizing profits in heads-up situations during 18 or 27 man sit & go's, providing a detailed review of three hands played heads-up and the strategic thought process behind each decision on every street
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 2, 2024 | Cash Game Strategies, Featured Poker Strategy Articles, Heads Up Strategies, No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
When playing heads-up No Limit Hold'em poker, you need to modify the strategies that you would use at larger tables. Remember to focus on every hand and adjust to the specific player you're up against, because every hand you play will be against him or her.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 2, 2024 | Live Poker Strategies
the way players stack their poker chips can offer valuable insights into their playing style, such as whether they are conservative or aggressive
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 2, 2024 | 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.
by carlcarlsoniv | Mar 2, 2024 | Poker Videos
a poker hand involving two main players, Player 1 and Player 2, where Player 1, under the gun, holds pocket tens and faces a challenging decision after a series of raises and a squeeze play
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 2, 2024 | 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.
by carlcarlsoniv | Mar 2, 2024 | Poker Videos
90-minute session where the presenter aims to fully explain his thought processes in high-stakes 6-max poker games, also discussing hypothetical scenarios during idle times
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 2, 2024 | Featured Poker Strategy Articles, 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
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 2, 2024 | Poker Videos
By carefully examining your hand histories, you can learn to identify spots where you've misplayed the bubble in two- or three-table sit and gos. It's important to learn how to play these potentially profitable spots well. Find out how to maximize your EV.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 2, 2024 | Limit Hold’em Poker Strategies
Considerations for moving up in stakes
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 1, 2024 | Limit Hold’em Poker Strategies, Live Poker Strategies
Small broadway hands are sometimes playable in Limit Hold'em. Suitedness greatly increases their playability, and there are many cases where you should fold them if unsuited. Small pocket pairs should be played almost exclusively for set value, which means you want a multiway pot.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 1, 2024 | No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
the critical role of player position in Texas Hold'em poker, explaining that having a favorable position allows you to gather more information on other players' actions, thereby enabling better decision-making
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 1, 2024 | MTT Poker Strategies
various MTT poker strategies, emphasizing the importance of understanding betting patterns and making accurate reads on opponents, while also highlighting the detrimental effects of tilt and the need for emotional control, using vivid metaphors and references to literature to drive home key points
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 1, 2024 | No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
the pitfalls of relying solely on poker software tools, emphasizing that mastering poker requires a deep understanding of the game beyond technical tools and that true proficiency takes time and self-awareness
by carlcarlsoniv | Mar 1, 2024 | Featured Poker Strategy Articles, Poker Videos
My first video. I tried to explain my thought process when going through every decision point in a hand and play in a non-standard way meant to exploit my opponents. I also tried to do some hand reading and point out some common mistakes of SSNL and MSNL players. Let me know what you think.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 1, 2024 | No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
the importance of having a clear strategy and understanding the reasons behind one's actions when playing in 3bet pots, highlighting that many players face challenges due to a lack of planning and foresight
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 1, 2024 | Beginner Poker Strategies, No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
how to navigate the challenging situation of being short-stacked in poker, emphasizing the importance of not panicking, assessing the game's dynamics, and employing well-timed aggression
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 1, 2024 | Cash Game Strategies, No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 1, 2024 | Beginner Poker Strategies
Appropriate for lower stakes players, this article demonstrates how to calculate your unexploitable bluffing frequency and your competitor’s unexploitable folding frequency. It also explains how and when to apply these unexploitable strategies to your advantage to maximize your winnings!
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 1, 2024 | No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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 passively when the player has a weaker range and more aggressively when the player has a stronger range
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 1, 2024 | Beginner Poker Strategies, Featured Poker Strategy Articles
In poker, it's important to keep improving your game so that you can move up in stakes. By carefully considering bankroll management, studying the player pool at your new level and approaching the bigger game with the right mindset, you can increase your chances for success.
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 1, 2024 | MTT Poker Strategies
Chardrian's rebuy tournament strategy in poker, emphasizing the importance of aggressive play during the rebuy period and adjusting tactics based on opponents and stack sizes
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 1, 2024 | Cash Game Strategies, No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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)
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 1, 2024 | MTT Poker Strategies, Poker Editorials
recap of the 2005 WSOP Main Event, detailing Michael1123's experiences and observations during the tournament
by FTR Poker Admin | Mar 1, 2024 | SNG Poker Strategy Articles
how to effectively play pocket pairs in Sit n Go's (SnG's), emphasizing the importance of understanding the statistical odds, adjusting strategies based on the stage of the game, and making decisions based on stack size and table dynamics
by FTR Poker Admin | Feb 29, 2024 | Poker Rules
2-7 Lowball is a favorite among some of the most well-known poker professionals. Playing for low offers a refreshing change from standard high-hand poker. But before you can play, you must understand the rules and how to read your hand.
by FTR Poker Admin | Feb 29, 2024 | Poker Tools
The scenario that we're looking at this week is much more complicated with a lot of different moving parts.
by FTR Poker Admin | Feb 29, 2024 | Beginner Poker Strategies, No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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
by FTR Poker Admin | Feb 29, 2024 | No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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
by carlcarlsoniv | Feb 29, 2024 | 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.
by FTR Poker Admin | Feb 29, 2024 | Poker Tools
This week, we look at even more complicated scenarios and strategies on how to keep your poker spreadsheets organized and mistake-free.
by FTR Poker Admin | Feb 29, 2024 | Poker Psychology Strategies
You have a pretty looking hand and your opponent has a funny, lopsided looking hand and you’re happy to see that all the money goes in the pot. The end. Everything after that is just an illusion taking your focus away from a truth in poker. You’ve made the...
by FTR Poker Admin | Feb 29, 2024 | SNG Poker Strategy Articles
end-game strategies for Double or Nothing Sit & Go poker tournaments, focusing on how to navigate the bubble phase and the role of collusion among players to knock out short stacks and secure a spot in the money
by carlcarlsoniv | Feb 29, 2024 | No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
In games dominated by aggression, checking to induce is one of the plays that has been lost for a lot of players.
by FTR Poker Admin | Feb 28, 2024 | Beginner Poker Strategies, Cash Game Strategies
We have the three major weaknesses that players have when dealing with pot odds and implied odds, but we'll also show you how to correct them.
by FTR Poker Admin | Feb 28, 2024 | No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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
by FTR Poker Admin | Feb 28, 2024 | 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
by FTR Poker Admin | Feb 28, 2024 | Cash Game Strategies, 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
by FTR Poker Admin | Feb 28, 2024 | Beginner Poker Strategies, No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies, 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.
by carlcarlsoniv | Feb 28, 2024 | No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
Reverse implied odds are something that almost everyone underestimates, and here we illustrate how they affect your draws.
by givememyleg | Feb 28, 2024 | 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
by FTR Poker Admin | Feb 28, 2024 | Limit Hold’em Poker Strategies, Live Poker Strategies
When sitting in the blinds in Limit Hold'em poker games, you'll be getting a substantial discount to play your hand. This doesn't mean that you should play any two cards. You still need to consider how your hand's equity fares against your opponents' ranges.
by FTR Poker Admin | Feb 28, 2024 | 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
by FTR Poker Admin | Feb 28, 2024 | 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
by FTR Poker Admin | Feb 28, 2024 | No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies, Poker Psychology Strategies
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
by FTR Poker Admin | Feb 27, 2024 | No Limit Hold'em Poker Strategies
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
by FTR Poker Admin | Feb 27, 2024 | Cash Game Strategies, 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