Research on the Influence of Core Strength Training on the Physical Fitness and Basic Skills of High School Basketball Team Athletes

This study explores the influence of core strength training on the physical fitness and basic skills of high school basketball team athletes. A 12-week randomized controlled trial was conducted, in which 24 athletes were divided into an experimental group and a control group. Changes in their physical fitness (such as plank, sit-ups, standing long jump, etc.) and basketball skills (free throws, jump shots after sudden stops, dribbling and layups) were tested. The results showed that the experimental group was significantly superior to the control group in waist and abdominal strength, lower limb explosive power, and aerobic endurance. Specifically, the field goal percentage of jump shots after sudden stops in the experimental group increased by 71.4%, the free throw percentage increased by 52.9%, and the dribbling speed increased by 5.9%, with all indicators significantly higher than those of the control group. Core strength training can significantly improve the physical fitness and technical level of young basketball players, especially enhancing the ability to apply dynamic skills by improving trunk stability. It is proposed that the core training system should be integrated into the youth basketball training system, and personalized training should be carried out in combination with specialized skills.