From blisters on your heels to relying solely on natural products samples as sustenance for the entire weekend (read: stomachache!), a lot can throw a wrench into your Expo West experience. 

Despite the energy of the event, spending all day on your feet, forgetting the essentials and perhaps partying a little too hard can dampen what is, at least for me, one of the most exciting times of the year. In order to get the most out of this inspiring, high-octane weekend, here are some tried-and-true tips to thrive at Expo West.