Back to Basics

I think every player needs to take a look at their game every once and a while and make some tweaks.  Well, I'm doing that by going back to the basics - rereading Super System.  Lately, I've been playing aggressively, but mostly in the wrong spots and in the wrong way.  Texas Dolly is helping me go back to strong fundamental play, as well as reminding me of the wide range of playable hands, depending on position, that I typically undervalue.  Next up will likely be a reread of Harrington on Holdem.  

Watching last night's WSOP coverage also reminded me of the importance of mental and physical endurance, especially in MTT play.  The endurance needed to play almost a week straight is extraordinary.  I can think of the countless times where my play disintegrates during a tournament as I go into the deeper levels of play during a single day.  In fact, there was one time where I folded my hand in the big blind when everyone limped around.  If it's any consolation, even the best of them have mental and/or physical lapses.  See last nights WSOP's coverage of Ivey mucking his winning flush. 

Heading to Playa del Carmen (Mexico) next week for a little vacation with the fam.  If anyone knows of any poker rooms in that area, please drop a line.