Physical tells in live games
 

Hi, just thought id share with you my demon when playing poker in a big setting- like casino etc.

Im very good at not giving away my cards through facial gestures etc, but the vein in my neck goes crazy when im bluffing/or on a big hand. Im not sure why this is (although i know its because of adrenalin rush) because im not intimidated by the people i play with.

Does anyone else have/had this problem before and what could i possibly do to prevent this. I do wear polo shirts so i can put the collar up- but id rather be able to sort it out. Please dont flame me for this post- it really is an annoying aspect of my live play.

Ric.

Re: Physical tells in live games
 

I'm just guessing here but would more working out help? I know this makes your veins naturally pop out more so maybe your "bluffing vein" would be less noticable that way.

Swede

Re: Physical tells in live games
 

a turtleneck or hooded sweatshirt?

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Both, although people think im trying to look 'cool' when i wear them- rather than for a functional reason.

Re: Physical tells in live games
 

who cares what they think, they'll probably think you're trying to look cool, forget about the vein, and think you're a donk (which makes the game easier I think). But as long as you win money, who cares.

Re: Physical tells in live games
 

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but the vein in my neck goes crazy when im bluffing/or on a big hand

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Is the tell the same for both or does it come out differently when you hit the monster. If it is the same either way, I don't see the problem.