One of the simplest—and most reliable—ways to recognize momentum is by counting higher lows.
On a five-minute chart, this pattern often marks the strongest intraday momentum moves.
When the market makes three or more higher lows in a row, it's showing sustained buying pressure. Each pullback is shallower, each rebound faster. The first pullback that actually takes out a bar low after a run like this often gives the best entry—because you're joining a trend that's already proven its strength.
The same logic applies in reverse for downtrends: a series of lower highs points to heavy selling pressure and strong downside continuation.
The same logic applies in reverse for downtrends: a series of lower highs points to heavy selling pressure and strong downside continuation.