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Our curated collection of the best strategy articles from top FTR !

ISF’s Heads Up Cash Game Strategies 1982j

When playing heads-up No Limit Hold’em poker, you need to modify the strategies that you would use at larger tables. 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.

soupie’s Win MTT Poker Chapter 1 2b3235

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

Continuation Betting in NL Hold’em fg54

An easily digestible explanation of continuation betting in No Limit Texam Hold’em. This article demonstrates which hands are ideal for c-bets, which aren’t and how, when and against whom a c-bet should be used to maximize winnings. It also explains how much you should bet in certain situations.

How to Decide Which Hands to 3-Bet for Value Pre-Flop i5s30

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.

Calculating Hand Combinations 405p30

understanding hand combinations in poker, discussing the probability of specific hand occurrences, the impact of blockers on potential hand combinations, and how to quickly calculate the likelihood of certain hands based on visible cards and known blockers

Pot-Limit Omaha Fundamentals 4g6q48

Pot Limit Omaha is an exciting, action-filled game that anyone can play. But you need to be mindful of the differences between PLO and Texas Hold’em. For starters, you must use exactly two cards from your hand and exactly three from the board.

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Going After Multi Tablers 365q6x

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

The Relationship Between Equity and Expected Value 24501m

To understand how equity and expected value relate to each other, you have to understand what they mean and the role bet sizes have in connecting them.

Finding the Fish, if Only Life Were That Easy! 5m151h

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

[FTR Quick Tip 013] Bet Sizing 3o6044

the significance of bet sizing in No Limit Hold'em, detailing how adept players utilize it to outmaneuver their adversaries and highlighting various factors that influence the decision to place smaller or larger bets

Building Your Poker Pyramid 9q58

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

Developing a Feel for Equities in No-Limit Hold’em Part 6: Meaningful Practice 6f1b3g

This article will walk through an example poker hand, showing you how the equity of Hero's hand stacks up against Villain's range on every street. By learning to get a feel for the equities of different ranges, you'll be able to make superior decisions at the tables.

Biggest Money Making Secret in Poker c1uj

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

Handfuls of Trouble 1b481c

pitfalls of playing seemingly strong but actually weak hands in poker - specific hands like A-10, K-J, J-J, and K-10 can lead to trouble

Planning Your Moves in Limit Hold’em 1b344a

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.

4 Tabling Low Stakes Poker Strategy ($5 NL Full Ring by Bigspenda) 5u2rr

features 4-tabling at $5 NL Full Ring on PokerStars, covering various aspects of postflop play such as note-taking, two-barrelling, hand ranges, relative position, and scare cards, with the aim to exploit the weak-tight tables and focus on improving postflop strategies

ISF’s Heads Up Cash Game Strategies 1982j

When playing heads-up No Limit Hold'em poker, you need to modify the strategies that you would use at larger tables. 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.

NLHE Foundations #04: Putting Opponents on Pre-Flop Ranges (Part 1) j6g3y

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

Tactics vs. Strategy (Part 2): The Foundations of Strategy 42256a

Once you understand the basis of tactical play, you can start to move towards strategic play which will give you a lot more options for exploiting your opponents.

[FTR Quick Tip 001] To C-Bet or not to C-Bet (That is the Question) 493k13

factors to consider when deciding whether to make a continuation bet (C-Bet) in poker, emphasizing the importance of understanding your opponent's tendencies, the board texture, and your own hand strength

[FTR Quick Tip 012] Hand History Review 606q51

insights into various poker decisions by analyzing hand histories played by , emphasizing the importance of reviewing gameplay to identify and rectify mistakes in No Limit Hold'em strategies

Chardrian’s Guide to Live Small Stakes Limit Poker (Part 3) 305af

delves into the common characteristics of small stakes games, emphasizing that most players in these games are loose and ive, often attributing outcomes to luck rather than skill and suffering from the "monster under the bed syndrome.

soupie’s Win MTT Poker Chapter 1 2b3235

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

Poker Odds of an Ace In Hand 6j5n65

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)

A Post About Bluffing 5j223u

Bluffing is an integral, exciting part of poker. Defending against suspected opponent bluffs is no less important to your overall strategy. But becoming too focused on bluffs to the exclusion of other considerations can lead you straight to the poorhouse.

Bluffing Frequencies and Exploiting Opponents 3a2p17

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!

Chardrian’s Rebuy Tournament Strategy 3xb5e

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

Study Poker With Spreadsheets (Part 2): Multiple Betting Options 5j3ys

Being able to calculate two or more EV equations at the same time is the focus of this week's poker spreadsheet tutorial.

Continuation Betting in NL Hold’em fg54

An easily digestible explanation of continuation betting in No Limit Texam Hold’em. This article demonstrates which hands are ideal for c-bets, which aren’t and how, when and against whom a c-bet should be used to maximize winnings. It also explains how much you should bet in certain situations.

Playing in Tough Limit Holdem Games 1j50o

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

Nine Noobie Myths About Microstakes NLHE ds56

debunks nine common misconceptions that beginners have about playing microstakes No-Limit Hold'em poker

FTR SNG Strategy: Maximizing value in HU situations 171e1s

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

[FTR Quick Tip 008] Slowplaying Flopped Monsters 46547

the strategic value of slowplaying strong hands in no-limit Hold'em cash games, highlighting that while it can maximize value from concealed monster hands, inappropriate slowplaying can be costly, and players should recognize the right situations to deploy this tactic effectively

7 Card Stud Hi/Lo Rules d2k57

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.

When the Game is Good…… 2g125j

When things are good at the table, you are winning money hand-over-fist! The key to keeping this rush or lucky streak going is to keep playing for as long as possible! Don’t set an end-time or pre-set a certain amount of winnings that will trigger the end of your session – just keep grinding!

Pre-flop Strategy – Starting Hand Rankings: Groups 3 to 4 3b3o1k

insights into pre-flop strategy, emphasizing the importance of being selective after the Big 10 starting hands, detailing the rankings and playability of Group 3 and Group 4 hands, and highlighting the challenges of drawing hands in no-limit games compared to limit games

Short Stacked and Dangerous 72152c

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

Adjusting to Different Buy-in Levels 6n6x3c

the differences in strategy required for playing at varying buy-in levels, from 20-50bb to 100-250bb, and the impact of antes on gameplay

PokerStars Sit And Gos – HORSE 5u2m5y

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

Renton Theorem aka ABCD Theorem x2n24

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.

Applications of EV Calculations (Part 3): River Checking vs. Bluffing 526m3j

We have to consider the alternative to the aggressive option a lot of the time if we want to make sure that we're making the best plays possible.

[FTR Quick Tip 011] Playing Suited Connectors 1l2r8

the strategic value of suited connectors in No Limit Hold’em cash games, highlighting their potential to diversify one's playing range and avoid predictability

Poker Strategy Sections 1c339

Take a deep dive into specific poker strategies.

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Live Poker 6i4d3r

Open Face Chinese 162l1z

Poker Videos 14z2h

Cash Games 2m626m

MTT 4i52h

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SNG w3vw

Heads Up 6y3d2h

No Limit Hold'em 585y47

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Limit Hold'em e302k

Omaha 4w5q5w

Poker Tools 2a1w2d

Understand poker math.

EV Poker Chart from the Small Blind – Limit Texas Hold’em 5f4h1o

Expected value of hands played from the small blind position.

EV Poker Chart from the Big Blind – Limit Texas Hold’em 2o6h68

Expected value of hands played from the big blind position.

EV Poker Charts – Limit Texas Holdem Hands from the Button 3d2910

Expected Value (EV) charts for various Texas Hold'em hands in Limit games, based on data from over 122 million pairs of pocket cards dealt at real money tables

Texas Holdem Expected Value Hand Charts – 5 Players 3p6y52

expected value charts for Texas Hold'em poker hands when playing with 5 players, offering insights into which hands are profitable and which are not

Pyroxene’s Common Flop Odds 4u1z1m

detailed analysis of common flop odds in poker, specifically focusing on 8-out straight draws, and categorizes them into two types—TYPE-1 and TYPE-2—while offering mathematical probabilities for each scenario based on different types of connectors
Expected Value Charts of Specific Holdem Hands

Expected Value Charts of Specific Holdem Hands 1w1t5r

graphs depicting the expected value of every starting Texas Hold'em hand based on position, with the data derived from a set of a few million hands, highlighting the variance in the game

Poker Editorials About Whatever xpu

Just for fun!

10 Poker Life Lessons 253d4p

The skills you learn grinding it out on the felt have more use than just getting your opponent to jam into your nut flush.

The Greatest Obstacle in Poker 433255

the psychological challenges faced by poker players, emphasizing that while technical skills can be learned, managing emotions and understanding one's own personality and risk tolerance are crucial

Top 10 biggest poker rooms in the world z1358

Ever wondered where you can find the best game selection? Here are the top 10 poker rooms you should check out

Dumbest Poker Conspiracy Theories 6o493z

various conspiracy theories related to online poker, ranging from beliefs about rigged Random Number Generators and "Action Flops" to more outlandish theories like online poker's connection to Osama Bin Laden's demise
Top 10 Biggest Tournament Scores By Celebrities

Top 10 Biggest Tournament Scores By Celebrities 4g5512

Celebrities love poker, and sometimes they manage decent scores in tournaments. Let's take a look at the best celebrity tournament scores

Sick Hands: A History of Famous Poker Player Illnesses Pt.2 The Funny 5n4v3y

Part two of this series focuses on some silly, slightly tongue-in-cheek maladies.

Poker, the Beautiful Woman 4r5p16

LOL think of your poker game like your beatufiul woman
Top 10 Most Impressive Back-to-Back Final Table Appearances

Top 10 Most Impressive Back-to-Back Final Table Appearances 171yz

Some of the most impressive back-to-back final table runs in recent tournament poker history
Playing Poker Inside a Goldfish Bowl

Playing Poker Inside a Goldfish Bowl 5g3l31

the challenges of consistently profiting in high-stakes online poker games, emphasizing that even top players have weaknesses and can be targeted by well-prepared opponents
What Makes a Player Top-Tier?

What Makes a Player Top-Tier? 1x712i

the distinctions between different tiers of poker players, emphasizing that top-tier players not only play mistake-free poker but also continuously adjust their strategies based on opponents' actions

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Hi, I’m Tyler and welcome to FTR! If you’re new to FTR, this is what we’re all about in a nutshell – to help the average Joe become a winning, profitable Texas Holdem poker player and to provide an active, friendly, and intelligent online poker community.

Flop Turn River.com has been around since 2003, when I started to seriously learn and play online Texas Holdem. My real education began in 2003 (even though I had played poker and holdem casually for many years), studying poker books, reading whatever online materials I could find, and eventually, ing and playing at an online poker room. My online poker adventure would begin on an impulse late one Saturday evening, after seeing a random Paradise Poker commercial on TV. I opened an , deposited some money, and began to play Texas Holdem online for the first time. It was absolute thrilling! At Paradise Poker, I started playing the $.50-$1.00 Limit Texas Holdem poker game.

As a brand new player to the online poker world, I was a pretty easy target. A “fish” you could say. A student of Sklansky’s books, my poker education started and developed in the low stakes Limit Texas Holdem ring game where I eventually developed into a break-even player …after dropping a bankroll of $700.

But then I began experimenting with other variations of Texas Hold’em. I moved from the low stakes Limit Texas Holdem ring game to Limit Texas Holdem tournaments at Paradise Poker. I played $10 Limit Sit-n-Go Tournaments (10 player tournaments), and started having a lot more fun playing Texas Holdem, but was still just a break-even poker player, even in this form of Texas Hold’em.

I then switched from Limit Sit-n-Go’s to the No Limit Sit-n-Go Tournaments, where I enjoyed greater success, graduating to a slightly winning poker player. I started to develop a No Limit Texas Holdem strategy that was working for me. I moved my game to UltimateBet ( these assholes?!), to take advantage of the new bonus, and here I finally migrated my poker game to the No-Limit Texas Holdem ring game variation. I practiced my no limit texas holdem strategies at UltimateBet’s low stakes $.10-$.25 tables, while earning some free bonus dollars.

While figuring out No Limit Texas Holdem was the game for me and developing that strategy, I also learned that earning free money through initial deposit bonuses offered by the poker rooms was an easy way to pad my beginner’s bankroll. I would take my game to Party Poker, followed by Empire Poker, then ACR Poker, and would eventually every other major online poker room in existence, taking advantage of new player bonus dollars wherever possible.

I also put in a lot of hours earning the big bonus at Bovada, where I worked off the $600 welcome bonus grinding out low stakes no limit Texas Holdem. The poker bonuses helped me stay afloat during this early period of playing.

Anyway, I would find my greatest success, and profits, playing this form of Texas Hold’em – No Limit ring games. Needless to say, by the latter end of 2003, I was a consistently profitable online Texas Holdem poker player, more than recouping my initial losses, and I’ve been tacking on poker profits ever since. I’ve been a profitable online poker player since September of 2003, and had a stretch of 18 profitable months in a row. These days I’ll play any No Limit Holdem table with buy-in’s up to about $1,000, and when playing online I prefer to multi-table four tables at a time.

Becoming a winning poker player, in my opinion, was not that difficult. It took some time, it took the right variation of Holdem poker that I was most competent, and over a $700 bankroll in my case, but at the end of the learning experience, I developed a No Limit Texas Holdem strategy that would prove to give back so much more. Eric helped me publish the little poker knowledge I had to share with other players, and so begain our little online Texas Holdem strategy website. Solid and useful no limit holdem strategies and discussions were hard to come by back then, so we delivered our own, and if you’re a losing poker player, the strategies on this website will undoubtedly help you.

FTR has become so much more than my personal no limit Texas Holdem strategy site since then – FTR is now a strategy and discussion site for all forms of Texas Holdem. In fact, FTR is anything and everything about poker. Strategies, tips, advice, and tactics were the foundations of FTR, but you can find good reads on a wide range of other poker subjects – especially in the depths of our very active and exciting Poker Forum.

First off, if you are new to flopturnriver.betsandodds.net, be sure to visit our Beginner Poker section to help get you acquainted with FTR, Texas Hold’em, and poker in general. Then browse around our articles, study are Poker Strategy essays, become a part of our friendly Poker Community. And then play some poker. Nothing beats experience when it comes to developing your poker game. Visit our Poker Room Reviews, utilize our great poker bonus codes. Drop by our Poker Forums and let us know your progress – we are always willing to talk shop and help players out. The here range from beginner players brand new to poker all the way up to seasoned professionals, so no matter what level you’re at, you can feel right at home.

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Our goal is to help expedite your holdem strategy development by offering our strategies and advice…for free. All it takes is the right learning materials, the right , and accumulating experience by playing hands and hands of poker. Now go study, play some poker, and make some money. Thanks for visiting FTR, and we’ll see you at the tables!

– Tyler “Tatonka” D.