1-105. Momentum comes from retaining the initiative and executing high-tempo operations that overwhelm enemy resistance. Commanders control momentum by maintaining focus and pressure. They set a tempo that prevents friendly exhaustion and maintains sustainment. A sustainable tempo extends operational reach. Commanders maintain momentum by anticipating and transitioning rapidly between any combination of offensive, defensive, and stability tasks. Sometimes commanders push their force to its culminating point to take maximum advantage of an opportunity. For example, exploitations and pursuits may involve pushing all available forces to the limits of their endurance.