We at Sports Media Network have been forwarded information that poker pros of some nature are asking for money on Facebook of all things?

It seems one of the apparent latest scams going on is for people to open a Facebook account, or an account on a similar social Networking site, and in the guise of being a very well known poker pro.  Then the scam begin and when these poker pro players start asking for money transfers between poker sites, or even a small loan, or for you to receive a piece of their winning action.  First of all we are under the impression that no legitimate poker pro would ask for money from other online poker players as these matters are held in private and are usually held within a very small group of trusted associates.  No matter how legitimate the person appears to be, or how enticing offer they might make to you, make sure you always protect yourself and your precious money.  No way should you give anyone person or player instant poker credibility simply because of a name or a picture appears on a social networking site.

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Can on learn to play poker online at a so called poker school? Do the bright lights and high stakes of Las Vegas call your name? But wait, did you say you don’t know how to play Poker nor don’t play as well as you would like to? In a game that requires both luck and skill, it would sometime seem you either have it or you don’t. While no one can teach you luck, the skill can be taught. Additionally, you don’t have to leave the comfort of your own home to learn the essential poker skills. A Sports Media Network we can send you in the right direction when it comes down to learning the game of Poker!

Not to many years ago the only way one could learn these skills was to become friends with and old gambler and gather wisdom from following them. As romantic as the it sounds in Kenny Rogers’s song “The Gambler” it was not always a feasible solution for an aspiring poker player. Given the strange nature of some of these mentors, it also could be a very expensive lesson. Fortunately, today you have other options as many sites such as online poker schools and poker sites that offer to teach new players skills that will improve their experience in a game they love.

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At Sports Media Network many newbie’s ask if them can grow up to be Professional Poker Player. First, let us say that it is entirely possible but all interested individuals grow at their own speed as poker is quite easy to learn but takes a long time to master as they are many facets of the game other than playing one’s card that come into play. Newbie’s often find it hard to gain the confidence to participate in the online poker action and times those that do often feel frustrated and intimidated.

Help for the learning process is near by as the internet is full of online poker lessons that are excellent methods of improving your playing skills while strengthening ones confidence. One must learn the rules, strengthen ones strategies and refine one’s play in a friendly a relaxed environment.

Online there are many poker schools that offer learning resources such as poker dictionaries, as well as many, many free tables and pro free zones to practice at. To play online poker at your own pace will give you valuable playing experience and help you to fully consider each and every movement without the pressure of fast games and impatient opponents. Then again you can also make use of online support, player chats, forums and Blogs.

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Today we are looking at a Canadian study that shows poker reduces stress. Well we at Sports Media Network are not to certain of that fact, but we will continue to review the information and also see what they have to say at PokerHost.com the people that understand online poker players.

A University in Canada has recently released a study that measured cortisol levels of persons who were engaged in poker games. Their study found that the cortisol levels decreased as the game went on? So you say, what is cortisol? Cortisol is a type of a hormone called a corticosteroid hormone, produced by the body. It has been called the “stress” hormone since it is true that people produce greater levels of it under significant stress and especially during a fight or flight reaction. The adrenal gland, which is responsible for producing cortisol, does create it at varied levels throughout the day.

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It’s always amazing that in parts of the world, and the governments of some of the far east countries object to some phases of internet gaming and we at Sports Media Network will today take a look at Asia who has made statements that it does not want online poker in its territory. It’s strange as Asians have developed a passion for gambling more so than other civilizations since one can remember. Poker in particular has met a very high popularity in Asia and the continent has not escaped the phenomenon.

Such tournaments like the Asian Pacific Poker tour and the Asian Poker Tour of Macau at all events have been a huge success. China and its 1.3 billion persons was for some time sought by operators of online gambling, as it was a foreseen as the future paradise of the next Poker boom. What a financial opportunity that would have been as China in itself is a market equal to a continent.

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With spring around the corner we at Sport Media Network would like to suggest that you join an online poker site like PokerHost.com to beat the sometimes boredom of your spring vacation. Since the spring breaks and vacations are approaching and your asking yourself what to do to keep yourself occupied and free from boredom as you are not interested in travel like many and more so enjoy your staying at home, then you should use the internet as your best bet to stay occupied and again online poker can be the winner.

As their are a number of ways you can entertain oneself on the internet, usually online poker is a interesting challenge. Online poker is a very, very popular internet game. The only things you’ll need are a computer a high speed internet connection and good graphics. If you want to stay updated as to the various types of poker, tips and techniques you should join a site like Pokerhost.com as they understand online poker players and have a fantastic site, software and an excellent bi-lingual customer service department. With sites like this you can stay updated and get continuous new information.

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