Re: continuation bets losing money, how do I adjust?
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I'm really tired, but I'll post a couple of thoughts before I hit the sack.
1) Don't bet too much for your continuation bets... I usually bet between 1/2 and 2/3rds of the pot. Sometimes 3/4ths. Never larger. The less you bet, the less often they need to work to be profitable.
2) Think about the flop texture when you bet. Something like 9-7-6 is not a great flop to bet your AK on.
3) Don't make continuation bets everytime you raise preflop. ~60-75% is probably ideal.
4) Don't make continuation bets into loose players that are liable to call you with any piece of the board. These are fish who need to be value bet, not bluffed. Also, pay attention in between hands so you can figure out who the AK cops are.
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Great points, one question on #1 though... are you betting like this with your made hands as well? That's the only reason I bet near the pot, I want to be consistent with how I bet when I actually have a hand. But I suppose I could vary how I bet with my made hands as well.
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