I'm on a pretty bad run of losing with AK and AQ, but especially AK. I 3b most people with it both in and out of position and I tend to cbet flops where I have decent equity or when I think it misses the bulk of my opponent's calling range. If a good turn card comes I will barrel and I'll often barrel on a turn card that is unlikely to change the strength of my opponents hand, largely because people seem to call the flop nearly every time there is not an ace or king on board. The problem is that people never seem to fold when I cbet or double barrel, it's as if they expect me to have big cards and won't drop there hand unless I triple barrel all-in. I don't mind doing that but when it is practically a necessity to win the hand at this point I think I must be doing something wrong.

I do have extensive experience and strong results throughout my career, but I'm pretty sure I'm unaware of some aspect of playing these hands and it's not just a bad run. I've tried check calling when OOP and it rarely ever leads to me winning the hand. Usually they bet the flop because they think I'm weak and then they bet the turn, but if an ace or king turns they shut down and I don't get paid. I have considered check raising missed flops on reasonable boards as it looks incredibly strong and punishes loose 3b calls and flop stabs, however, I have not tried this yet. I have tried checking back in position and that has yielded some pretty good results. I often check back the flop and then call or raise the turn or fold if the board is very unfavorable.

I'd love to hear your opinions on how to handle these spots.