3-bet bankroll check-raise GTO value bet Professional poker player Gary Blackwood shares the five critical mistakes that made him a losing player and how fixing them transformed his game. Learn proper preflop strategy, when to be aggressive with strong hands, how to range opponents correctly, the importance of studying, and river exploitation techniques. Master preflop fundamentals, play big pots with strong hands, range opponents wide, study effectively, and exploit river tendencies. From Losing to Winning: Core Strategy Fixes Tighten preflop ranges - Stop defending big blind too wide and calling every three-bet with suited connectors and pocket pairs Fast-play strong hands - Check-raise aggressively out of position with monsters instead of slow-playing in small pots Range opponents correctly - Recognize that opponents float with weak hands like third pairs, queen-high, and jack-high Study with purpose - Focus on specific weaknesses rather than reviewing random hands; use solvers and study groups effectively Exploit river tendencies - Identify if opponents over-bluff or under-bluff, then adjust your calling and betting ranges accordingly Build solid foundations - Impossible to win long-term with loose preflop strategy; fix leaks before advancing to complex concepts Value bet relentlessly - Against tight players, bet thin for value with second pairs and even strong ace-high hands
