Energy Cost of Playing on Artificial Turf
A common complaint of players who play on "play on plastic" is that they feel much more tired compared to playing on natural grass. In fact, a study reviewed here (link) found that many players have a negative perception of artificial turf. They feel that turf is was more physically taxing and more technically demanding.
The Science of Soccer Online @ Jan 8, 2011 3:38 PM EDT | Blog Profile