Some previous studies showed a clear influence of the playing surface (sand, asphalt and artificial turf) on physical parameters, physiological and psychological parameters. However, one of the areas that needs more study on the use of artificial turf in elite football is the influence on sport performance, which has been avoided by the scientific investigations so far. Thereby, this situation consolidating the goal 6 in the 2030 Water and Agenda 'Ensure access to water and sanitation for all ', especially in underdeveloped and developing countries.
In this sense, it is very important to consider that the development and evolution of safe and quality artificial turf systems guarantee substantial savings in water consumption.
Previous investigations 14 noted the significant differences between the different types of surface in their mechanical properties, focusing mainly on the support structure (sub-base and elastic layer). Although it may seem an unimportant fact, some authors believe that the differences between the different types may be greater than those between natural grass and artificial turf 13. The results of these studies have generated a great development in the last generation of artificial turf, allowing the existence of a large of combinations of structural components, resulting in different types of artificial turf fields. In this regard, the effect of the specification and maintenance 11 related to the deterioration of the mechanical properties of the surface as a result of their exploitation has been more addressed 12. Another line of research has been related to the lifecycle of the artificial turf, in order to control the variables that ensure the maximum durability of the surface. 22, s = 2), both p < 0.05 on artificial turf than natural grass. Meanwhile, Andersson, Ekblom and Krustrup 10 analysed the impact of these two surfaces on movement patterns in total distance (10.19 km, s = 0.19 vs. Most of the research has focused on comparing the properties of artificial turf compared to natural grass, especially in terms of safety, with the risk of injury being the most analysed component 7, 8, 9. The first comparative studies between surfaces were aimed at comparing the rate of injuries with respect to natural grass compared to artificial grass 8. It has been proven that the state of the playing field affects the performance 5, 6 and the injury risk 7 of the football player. On the other hand, an influential external variable in the game is the sports surface. Therefore, physical 3 and physiological 4 parameters influence the performance of football players. These insights can provide the opportunity to maximize the efficiency of training sessions and reduce the risk of injury during the season.įootball is experienced by actions of great intensity such as jumps, changes of direction, accelerations, decelerations and sprints along with moments of recovery 1, 2. In response to a simulated match protocol, markers of post-exercise muscle damage may be reduced on accredited artificial turf fields.
REALTRACKS SETS 155 205 PRO
Average time of the 20 m sprints was longer on the FIFA Quality Pro surface than on the non-certified pitch (+ 0.13 s p 0.05 CI 95% 66.54 to 326.61 ES: 1.645) were evidenced in the non-certified pitch surface. A randomized design was used and the players performed the Ball-sport Endurance and Sprint Test (BEAST90) on the different artificial turf fields.
Mechanical properties related to surface–player interaction were assessed on the two surfaces selected for this study. Fifteen healthy male players (21.2 ± 1.4 years 178.2 ± 4.3 cm 79.1 ± 8.3 kg) from a university football team were selected to participate in the research. This study aimed to analyse the influence of the FIFA Quality PRO certification of artificial turf pitches on the physical, physiological performance and muscle damage in soccer players.
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