7 Core Exercises and Workout for Basketball Players Core strength is an KEY component to all athlete's development. Cody Roberts works with Division I athletes and has 7 core exercises to improve your abdominal strength, From the 12-Week Athletic Development Program. Developing core strength is an important part of being able to run faster and jump higher. Along with this, improved core strength helps athletes finish stronger at the end of their competition. Like most exercises, proper technique