If you’re serious about improving your poker skills, becoming a member of Run It Once Training is a game-changer. The platform offers a wealth of video content that complements the 10-article series of MTT Poker Basics articles that I published here at Cardplayer Lifestyle over the last year, taking your understanding of the game to the next level. Let’s explore how some of the standout videos from Run It Once Training reinforce and expand on the foundational concepts you’ve already begun to master.
Learning Preflop Ranges
In Owen Shiels’ Simple Preflop Analysis, you’ll learn to navigate the complexities of preflop decisions. While basic concepts about ranges against GTO opponents are essential, Shiels dives deeper, addressing how table dynamics—such as the presence of tight, aggressive, or “fishy” players—can affect your choices. This nuanced understanding is crucial for any aspiring player and directly builds upon the foundational strategies discussed in Cardplayer Lifestyle articles.
WATCH: Simple Preflop Analysis by Owen Shiels
READ: MTT Poker Basics: Learning Preflop Ranges
Playing Button vs Big Blind
Ryan Henry’s video, A Dive into Button vs Big Blind 30BB Deep, takes a closer look at postflop strategies for both positions. His use of PIO Solver analysis allows you to exploit weaker player pools effectively, offering a detailed roadmap that’s perfect for players looking to solidify their understanding of critical matchups. This video not only reinforces but expands on the concepts you’ve learned about position and aggression.
WATCH: A Dive into Button vs Big Blind 30BB Deep by Ryan Henry
READ: MTT Poker Basics: Playing BTN vs. BB
Small Blind Fundamentals
In Playing from the Small Blind: Developing a Leading Range, Ryan Henry tackles the challenges of the small blind position. He provides insights into unorthodox donk lead plays, helping you craft a balanced strategy that keeps your opponents guessing. By examining when leading is advantageous and when to avoid it, Henry’s coaching offers a sophisticated layer of strategy that extends beyond basic advice, enriching your overall poker acumen.
WATCH: Playing from the Small Blind: Developing a Leading Range by Ryan Henry
READ: MTT Poker Basics: Small Blind Fundamentals
Adjusting in Multiway Pots
Ivan Banic’s 3 Way Pots with Deep Stacks is a must-watch for players who want to master multiway scenarios. By using the Simple 3-Way tool, Banic explores common situations you’ll encounter during early tournament stages, emphasizing the need for adaptability. His insights build on the foundational concepts of multiway dynamics, helping you apply theoretical knowledge in practical settings.
WATCH: 3 Way Pots with Deep Stacks by Ivan Banic
READ: MTT Poker Basics: Adjusting in Multiway Pots
Short Stack All-In Strategy
In Friday Grind: Bubble Time, Pedro Madeira showcases critical short stack strategies during pivotal tournament moments. By analyzing both short stack and larger stack strategies, Madeira helps you navigate the often-tricky bubble stage, preventing you from leaning too tight or too loose. This practical approach to a high-pressure scenario ties back to your earlier lessons while equipping you with advanced techniques to excel. This video is excellent for users that have access to the affordable entry point of training content but not various poker solvers.
WATCH: Friday Grind: Bubble Time by Pedro Madeira
READ: MTT Poker Basics: Short Stack All-In Strategy
Single-Raised Pots Out of Position
Owen Shiels returns to explore the complexities of playing out of position in Playing OOP in Low/Mid Stakes. His breakdown of common heuristics against amateur players offers invaluable tips for capitalizing on their weaknesses, reinforcing the basic understanding of positional play while enhancing your strategic depth.
WATCH: Playing OOP in Low/Mid Stakes by Owen Shiels
READ: MTT Poker Basics: Single-Raised Pots Out of Position
Understanding Board Textures
In Mastering Flop Play: An Introduction, Pedro Madeira delves into the intricacies of several different board textures and their impact on your postflop strategy. By combining practical examples with PIO Solver analysis, this series not only builds on your base knowledge from our introductory articles but prepares you for complex scenarios that require a nuanced understanding of board dynamics.
WATCH: Mastering Flop Play: An Introduction by Pedro Madeira
READ: MTT Poker Basics: Understanding Board Textures
Conquering 3-Bet Pots
Over the last year, Run It Once has added many new coaches to bolster its impressive roster of talent. Kevin Martin’s Blue Collar Poker: 3-Betting Mechanics introduces the concept of linear and polar aggressive ranges, expanding your understanding of 3-bet dynamics. By marrying solver insights with exploitative strategies, this video equips you with the tools to navigate 3-bet pots with confidence, building on foundational lessons about aggression and hand ranges.
WATCH: Blue Collar Poker: 3-Betting Mechanics by Kevin Martin
READ: MTT Poker Basics: Conquering 3-Bet Pots
Running Deep with ICM
In GTO Wizard MTT Drilling: Preflop Final Table ICM, Adam Crawford provides an approachable perspective on ICM strategies at critical points in tournaments. His examination of real examples and decision-making processes ensures that you grasp the importance of making precise choices, directly enhancing your ICM knowledge from earlier readings.
WATCH: GTO Wizard MTT Drilling: Preflop Final Table ICM
READ: MTT Poker Basics: Running Deep with ICM
Winning the Tournament in Heads-Up Play
Finally, Ryan Henry’s analysis of heads-up play gives you a front-row seat to the complexities of this crucial tournament phase. By examining a member’s match in detail, Henry imparts lessons that will refine your heads-up strategy, empowering you to adapt and conquer a dynamic aspect of tournament poker.
WATCH: Member Review: radtupperware Goes Heads Up
READ: MTT Poker Basics: Winning the Tournament in Heads-Up Play
Take Your Poker Game to the Next Level
Becoming an essential member of Run It Once is not just an investment in your education; it’s a commitment to transforming your poker skills. Each video highlighted serves as a powerful extension of the concepts introduced in beginner strategy articles, offering deeper analysis and practical application. With access to expert coaches and a trove of content tailored to elevate your understanding, you’ll find that Run It Once is the perfect partner in your journey to poker mastery. Don’t just play—play smart, and let Run It Once guide you to the next level!
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