When student athletes start competing in college sports, they learn that stakes are high. There are early morning practices, pressure from coaches who say they have invested in you and that you’ve got to deliver. Not to mention you’ve got to juggle practices, away-games, classes and exams.

It’s easy to crack under the pressure and some college athletes turn to drugs to stay ahead of the game.

But drugs like steroids, that are said to enhance your performance, are illegal, according to NCAA regulations.

This week, we’ll tell you about NCAA drug regulations and drug testing procedures–and give you some healthier stress coping strategies.

Because while the stakes of competing in sports in college are high, you don’t need to be.