Solvers (such as Poker Academy’s Postflop Solver) are crucial for efficient study and faster skill development. However, there are other poker tools that are just as helpful, not only after but also during your live and online poker sessions.
One of the most important resources is the HUD. If you’re unfamiliar with this term, we encourage you to read Poker Academy’s article titled “Poker HUD for You: Take the Advantage.” Now, let’s talk about simpler, yet equally important tools that poker players can use during their poker sessions.
The Importance of a Timer and Clock
During poker sessions, there’s a lot going on—many tables, tons of action, and very little time to keep track of everything. Managing your time effectively can lead to better poker decisions. That’s why you should use a timer or clock to help make more informed decisions during your sessions. Simply enter the tournament title, select a poker room, and set the time. You can choose between a timer that counts down the hours or a clock that sets an alarm at a specific time. These totally free poker tools will make sure you never miss out on your favorite tournaments.
Poker Randomizer: Stay Unpredictable
The randomizer is a tool designed to enhance your poker decision-making by introducing an element of unpredictability, helping you stay balanced in your strategy. Click to generate a random number between 1 and 100.
How does it work? Suppose you’re in a situation where GTO strategy suggests calling 50% of the time and raising 50%. You can use the randomizer to decide your action: if the result is between 1 and 50, you call; if it’s between 51 and 100, you raise. Alternatively, you can use the second hand of a watch as a randomizer by applying a similar range to the seconds displayed.
Basic Math
If you want to play according to GTO, you need to understand basic math and expected value, which you can review on Poker Academy’s Resources-Tools page. There, you’ll find cheat sheets with poker fundamentals, including the percentage of certain moves relative to expected results.
Poker Strategy: Tips & Tricks before, during and after session
Last but not least, having a routine is part of a solid poker strategy that helps you concentrate and play your A-game. Check out Poker Academy’s Tools section, where you can find the resources mentioned earlier, as well as Tips & Tricks that you can implement into your game habits.
These tips and tricks can lead to more winning sessions. You should use this list as a friendly reminder and recipe for a healthy approach to poker sessions. There are also Break Workouts that improve blood circulation and activate your brain during short 5-minute breaks. Remember – taking care of your body is one of the best poker strategies of all time.
