It seems like there is always a new epidemic about athletic superstars using performance-enhancing drugs. First it was Jose Canseco, Sammy Sosa, Alex Rodriguez, and now even Lance Armstrong is admitting he used performance enhancing drugs early on his career Steroids may be an illegal substance, but athletes using steroids isn’t uncommon. Many known athlete like the list above plus hundreds more have used performance enhancers throughout their career to “Get to the next level.” The main reason why steroids are banned from sports is that they give users an advantage over the rest and also because of the health risks that they can cause; but legalizing steroids would promote fairness, raise the entertainment value, and regulate steroids for the safety of athletes.

To even out the playing field for players we must legalize anabolic steroids. Most players will not take steroids not only because they are afraid of side effects but mostly for consciences that come with taking them. Most leagues consciences for testing positive to performance enhancing drugs is long suspension and/or a hefty fine.