3 Best Ways to Trade the VIX

The 3 best ways to trade the VIX are to go long via speculative calls, go short via limited risk options, and to buy volatility. I explain all three of these methods in this video http://damonverial.com/11-easy-gap-trading-strategies/ #tradethevix https://youtu.be/ImU8xBPggPI

Comments

1. you cant short on vix
2. VIX will never go to zero...retarded...
3. First, the VIX will never go down to 0.Never has-never will.Even in big SPX bull mkts., the VIX bottoms at about 10 before mean reverting.Second, you`re wasting your time  w elaborate Greek option strategies to capitalize on a downtrending VIX.You can make money on directional trades w VIX as an asset class.But you`re taking something straightforward and making it way too complicated..I suggest you simply buy the inverse VIX ETF w the symbol "XIV."Let the ETN owner (I think it`s Credit Suisse) worry about stops, rolling etc.You`ll `ll do fine w just buying XIV-especially w the positive roll yield.
4. Can you please do a video about the basics of put and call options? Q1: when do you want to use ITM or OTM strike prices? Q2: If you have a specific target is it good to use a strike price that's 50% to your target? Q3: Can you give an explanation of delta (i.e. how the value changes as it moves in and out of the money, and how to factor it into your decisions). Thanks.