It is amazing how many poker players just go, sit down at their computer, and start playing right away. They don’t do any kind of warm up, they don’t prepare themselves, and they wonder why they don’t achieve the levels of success they wish. Well, the answer to their problems is a lot easier than they think – they just have to prepare yourself better to play!
This may sound ridiculous, but it actually works. You may think that athletes that are doing a physical task are the only ones who need to warm up, but the truth is, when you play poker, you are put under a lot of mental stress. You have to get your brain ready to play.
Now, there is no preset routine or regimen that will work for everyone. Each person requires something different to get into their “zone” and play the best. But, the following suggestions are some of the most common ways poker players get prepared to play.
Music
Many players have a song or a short play list that they listen to before they start to play. This relaxes them and gets them ready to play.
Stretching
Some people like to stretch before they play. It has no physiological effect on your play, but it signifies that they are ready to play.
Try to develop a few pre game rituals and watch your poker game improve. It may sound silly, but it really works! Try it today!
