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Poker against one opponent Heads-up poker is an exciting and intense form of the game where you compete against one opponent. In this high-pressure arena, every move is magnified and the right strategy can make the difference between victory and defeat. If you want to take your poker skills to the next level [....]
Fast action in poker tournaments Hyper-turbo tournaments have become very popular among poker players in recent years because of their fast pace and exciting play. Hyper-turbo tournaments offer a unique challenge, requiring players to make quick and deliberate decisions under immense time pressure. To succeed in these tournaments, developing a winning poker strategy is crucial. In this [...]
A little history of poker Once upon a time, in the card-filled, dimly lit saloons of the Wild West, poker was a simple game. A straight beat a flush and a full house could buy you a full saloon. But times change, and so poker evolved into a complicated dance of strategy, bravado and [...]
How do you deal with downswings? Poker, a game that requires a unique combination of skill and luck, involves unpredictable shifts known as poker downswings. These downswings can severely test the emotional resilience and mental strength of novice and experienced players alike. A downswing can dampen mood, self-assurance [...].
It's all mindset Oh, the exciting world of poker! A world where the mind dances between strategy and chance, constantly flirting with the tantalizing possibility of victory. But let's not get carried away just yet. Before you introduce yourself as the next poker maestro, let's embark on a journey to create a growth mindset [...].
All About Bluffing in Poker Have you ever watched the final table of a major poker tournament and wondered, "How on earth did they manage to bluff there?" It's a miracle, isn't it? But it's not magic. It's art, mixed with a hefty dose of science, and today we dive into the heart of this [...]
The Unlikely Switch: A Twist of Fate Ever sit in the middle of a hand, staring at a tall stack of chips, the tension palpable, the stakes rising, and then out of nowhere you are overcome by an irresistible urge to drop everything and play (act) Hollywood? No. Well, let me give you [...]
Blind Structures at Poker So you want to delve into the world of high-stakes poker tournaments? Great! Whether you want to dominate your next Friday night friendly tournament or beat the Titans at the World Series of Poker, understanding blind structures is essential to your strategy. But who wants a boring, [...]
How to Play Bounty Tournaments Have you ever sat at a poker table, sipping your lukewarm coffee, staring at a hand of cards that might as well be hieroglyphics, and thought, "Why on earth am I doing this?". Well, my friend, if you are looking for the thrill of competition, the adrenaline rush and [...]
Scientific Concepts Today we find ourselves at the intersection of two fascinating fields: the seductive world of poker and the insightful world of science. Unraveling the essence of poker expertise is a journey more complicated than simply understanding the rules. Imagine a kind of ball with different [...]
Howard's career Well, friend, let me tell you a story about Howard Lederer. In the wild and unpredictable poker world, Lederer has made quite a name for himself. But like a deck of cards with a few hidden aces up his sleeve, his story is not without twists and turns. So join me as we take our [...]
Leave your old habits behind and start the year with something new! The new year has started again and then everyone has new resolutions. Very often people state that they want to work on themselves, think about exercising more, getting more family time and living healthier. However, what we don't often hear is 'more [...]
