by Upswing Poker
Improve your poker skills fast with short, hyper-focused episodes covering crucial poker topics. Hosted by VP of Upswing Poker Mike Brady and poker pro Gary Blackwood.
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12/28/2022
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December 11, 2024
<p class="p1">Every hand begins with preflop play, so making correct decisions is critically important. Upswing Poker VP Mike Brady and Scottish poker pro Gary Blackwood share five actionable tips that you can use to elevate your game and take advantage of your opponent's mistakes!</p> <p class="p1"><a href= "https://upswingpoker.com/the-poker-lab-coaching/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Join the Upswing Poker Lab</a> and check out the Low Stakes Launch Pad course. Make sure to use promo code LEVELUP when you sign up and you'll receive $50 off!</p> <p class="p1"><a href="https://upswingpoker.com/lucid-gto-trainer/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Subscribe to the Lucid Poker GTO Trainer</a></p> <p class="p1"><a href= "https://upswingpoker.com/podcast/5-poker-tips-for-playing-preflop/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">View the episode transcription</a></p> <p class="p1">00:00 Tip 1: Tighten Your Big Blind Defense</p> <p class="p1">01:57 Tip 2: Big Blind Three-Bet Strategy</p> <p class="p1">06:30 Tip 3: Adjusting Ranges Based on Opponents</p> <p class="p1">10:35 Tip 4: Tighten Up in High Rake Environments</p> <p class="p1">12:43 Tip 5: Aggression Over Passivity</p> <p class="p1">15:11 Announcement: Low Stakes Launch Pad</p> <p class="p1">Ready to take your poker game to the next level? In this week’s poker strategy podcast, Upswing Poker VP Mike Brady teams up with Scottish poker pro Gary Blackwood to deliver five essential tips for mastering preflop play. Whether you're an aspiring pro or a recreational player, this episode is packed with actionable strategies to plug leaks in your game and exploit your opponent's weaknesses.</p> <p class="p1">The duo begins by addressing one of the most common leaks in poker: over-defending the big blind. With practical advice on hand selection and leveraging position, they help you save valuable big blinds in the long run.</p> <p class="p1">Next, they dive into the art of the big blind three-bet, showcasing how an aggressive and calculated approach can dominate opponents in both theory-based and exploitative scenarios.</p> <p class="p1">As the podcast progresses, you’ll learn the importance of adjusting your ranges based on the players at your table. Whether you're up against loose-passive recreational players or aggressive pros, adaptability is key to staying ahead of the competition.</p> <p class="p1">Gary and Mike also explore the impact of high rake environments, emphasizing tighter ranges and smarter calls to maximize profitability.</p> <p class="p1">Closing out the episode, the hosts discuss the benefits of aggressive play and how erring on the side of aggression can turn the tide in your favor, especially in low stakes games. As they say, the best players are the ones who keep their opponents uncomfortable, and this poker strategy podcast teaches you exactly how to do that.</p> <p class="p1">They also announce the Low Stakes Launch Pad course, designed to provide foundational strategies for beating low stakes games. Available now in the Upswing Poker Lab, this course is a must-have for serious players.</p>
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