Advanced GTO

Defending BB on Low-Card Boards
April 22, 2025 5 min

Defending BB on Low-Card Boards

We recently covered the strategy for defending BB on ace-high flops and playing on high-card boards, and now we will analyse low-card textures.  In this article, we will analyze examples of both dry and connected […]

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Defending BB on High-Card Boards
April 15, 2025 5 min

Defending BB on High-Card Boards

We already covered the strategy for defending BB on ace-high boards, and today, we will dive deeper into high-card textures.  To build a comprehensive strategy for playing from the big blind versus a c-bet, we […]

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Defending BB on Ace-High Boards
April 8, 2025 4 min

Defending BB on Ace-High Boards

Since you have to defend your big blind a lot to avoid being exploited, you will end up playing a wide range of hands postflop that will put you in many tough spots. To make […]

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C-Betting On Paired Boards
April 1, 2025 5 min

C-Betting On Paired Boards

Understanding optimal c-betting strategy is not an easy task, and this is exactly why we break it down by different board textures. We already covered GTO strategy for low-card boards and high-card situations, and today, […]

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Introducing Equity Graphs: A Powerful New Tool in PeakGTO
March 31, 2025 3 min

Introducing Equity Graphs: A Powerful New Tool in PeakGTO

We’re constantly pushing to make game theory optimal (GTO) study more intuitive, visual, and actionable. That’s why we’re excited to introduce our newest feature: Equity Graphs — a game-changer for understanding range advantage, nut advantage, […]

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New Runout Comparison in PeakGTO: Unlocking the Power of Runouts
March 31, 2025 3 min

New Runout Comparison in PeakGTO: Unlocking the Power of Runouts

We’re always looking for ways to help players deepen their understanding of Game Theory Optimal (GTO) strategy and sharpen their decision-making. Today, we’re thrilled to introduce a game-changing tool inside the PeakGTO library: Runout Comparison […]

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The Range Explorer — A Powerful New Tool for PeakGTO
March 30, 2025 4 min

The Range Explorer — A Powerful New Tool for PeakGTO

With PeakGTO, we’re always looking for ways to make studying GTO poker strategy smoother, faster, and more insightful — and today, we’re excited to introduce one of our most powerful training tools yet: the Range […]

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Introducing the Categories Feature in PeakGTO: A New Way to Simplify Complex Spots
March 30, 2025 3 min

Introducing the Categories Feature in PeakGTO: A New Way to Simplify Complex Spots

If you’re serious about improving your decision-making in No Limit Texas Hold’em, you already know how overwhelming solver outputs can be. Staring at endless combo charts and strategy frequencies can feel like drinking from a […]

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C-Betting Low Card Boards
March 25, 2025 5 min

C-Betting Low Card Boards

In previous articles, we covered the optimal c-betting strategy for ace-high and high-card boards. Today, we will analyze c-betting low card boards to break down the GTO play. We will cover both dry and connected […]

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C-Betting on High-Card Boards 
March 18, 2025 5 min

C-Betting on High-Card Boards 

We recently covered a complete strategy for c-betting on ace-high boards, and now we will dive deeper into high-card flops from KsQs9d to Jh6d2s.  Like before, we will use PeakGTO to analyze these examples. We […]

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C-Betting On Ace-High Boards
March 11, 2025 4 min

C-Betting On Ace-High Boards

Building a strategy for how to c-bet on ace-high boards with different textures is not an easy task, and there is no better way than to break the strategy into different sections.  Today, we will […]

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How Most Players Misuse Poker Blockers (And How to Fix It)
February 27, 2025 15 min

How Most Players Misuse Poker Blockers (And How to Fix It)

Blockers in poker are cards you hold that make it impossible or less likely for an opponent to have a specific strong hand. For example, holding the ace of hearts means your opponent cannot have […]

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How to Mix GTO and Exploitative Poker to Win More Often
January 8, 2025 11 min

How to Mix GTO and Exploitative Poker to Win More Often

GTO poker and exploitative poker are the two dominant strategic frameworks in modern No-Limit Hold’em. GTO play aims to be unexploitable by maintaining a mathematically balanced strategy, while exploitative play deliberately deviates from balance to […]

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GTO Adjustments for Online 6-Max Cash Games
January 5, 2025 9 min

GTO Adjustments for Online 6-Max Cash Games

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 […]

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Understanding Cash Game GTO Preflop Strategy
November 21, 2024 6 min

Understanding Cash Game GTO Preflop Strategy

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 […]

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Mastering Preflop Tournament Fundamentals
November 5, 2024 10 min

Mastering Preflop Tournament Fundamentals

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 […]

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PeakGTO Poker ELO Rating Explained
October 16, 2024 5 min

PeakGTO Poker ELO Rating Explained

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 […]

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What’s Your Poker ELO Quiz
October 15, 2024 4 min

What’s Your Poker ELO Quiz

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 […]

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11 Cash Game Mistakes Quietly Killing Your Win Rate
October 1, 2024 12 min

11 Cash Game Mistakes Quietly Killing Your Win Rate

Cash game poker is the most unforgiving format in poker. Unlike tournaments, there is no rebuy period to absorb mistakes. Every bad decision costs you real money. In my experience coaching thousands of players, the […]

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MDF in Poker: Why Most Players Misuse It (And How to Fix It)
August 27, 2024 11 min

MDF in Poker: Why Most Players Misuse It (And How to Fix It)

Minimum defense frequency (MDF) is the minimum percentage of your range you must continue with, by calling or raising: when facing a bet, ensuring your opponent cannot profit by bluffing indiscriminately. Against a half-pot bet, […]

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GTO Poker Fundamentals that Most Pros Get Wrong!
August 25, 2024 3 min

GTO Poker Fundamentals that Most Pros Get Wrong!

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 […]

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