Advanced GTO

The idea of blockers in poker has been a part of optimal theory for a while. More recently, many players have been using blockers as a significant part of their overall poker strategy.  The concept […]

In the world of No Limit Texas Hold’em, success requires more than just understanding the rules of the game. It demands the ability to navigate an ever-shifting strategic landscape. Two of the most pivotal approaches […]

Online 6-Max cash games present a unique set of challenges and opportunities. The accelerated pace means players see more hands per hour, requiring quicker and more precise decision-making. Additionally, the average skill level online tends […]

Preflop play is arguably the most critical aspect of No Limit Texas Hold’em. It sets the tone for the entire hand and lays the groundwork for postflop decisions.  Game Theory Optimal (GTO) poker provides a […]

In tournament poker, mastering preflop tournament fundamentals is key to success. While postflop decisions often get more attention, your preflop choices set the stage for every hand, shaping your chances of going deep. This blog […]

The PeakGTO Poker ELO rating system was designed to help players track their progress and get motivated to improve their gameplay, ultimately aiming to master the perfect GTO (Game Theory Optimal) strategy. This unique ELO-based […]

Take this 20 question quiz to see your poker ELO score! You’re playing 40bb deep in an MTT and you raise from the LJ to 2.3bbs, only the BB calls. The board comes Ts6h4d and […]

Cash game poker is a very complex variation, with countless different elements, constantly changing stack sizes, and various lines you can take in different scenarios. Becoming a truly great Texas Hold’em cash game player can […]

If you have been watching high-stakes poker games in recent years, you have probably seen some very good players make some very strange calls on flops and turns in many hands. Poker hands that players […]

Take this 10 question quiz to test your knowledge of GTO Poker! True or False: Solvers will sometimes sacrifice the EV of a specific hand to strengthen your overall strategy. I.e. Not raising a hand […]

Continuation bet (also known as a c-bet in poker) is one of the most common plays you will encounter in modern poker, and it is one that you will have to apply in a large […]

Poker is a complex game with many strategies for coming out on top, but they all start with some basic math. Above all things, understanding how poker combinations work is essential, as this part of […]

Are you Ready to Test Your Poker Math Skills? See how you do in our latest quiz! If you get a 10/10, you are a crusher! You are on the river and the pot is […]

There used to be a time when poker players relied on their gut feeling and life tells more than anything else, but that time is certainly past. While such things still play a role in […]

Over the last couple of years, GTO Poker, which stands for “game theory optimal,” has become one of the most popular terms in the game. Those who understand the fundamentals of GTO poker often mistake […]

In the modern era of poker, the utilization of solvers is a must if you want to move up stakes and eventually become a true crusher. While poker has essentially been “solved” by solvers and […]

These Push Fold Charts will help you understand when you need to either fold or shove your entire stack when you are short-stacked preflop in poker tournaments. Use these charts as a study tool to […]

Texas Hold’em poker strategy has changed a lot over the years. Back in the day, many of the concepts used at the poker table would be unheard of in today’s landscape. A-K suited was considered […]

I was recently asked by one of my students what the different strategies are playing 15 big blinds effective as opposed to a 25 big blind effective stack size. The short answer is: there are […]