Body Confidence and Swimsuit Secrets from the U.S. Synchronized Swimming Team

Team Spirit

Spending 10 hours a day together in the pool builds trust, strength, and most important, a closeness that makes competition worth the effort. "The most rewarding part of all of this is being able to share your greatest life moments with your best friends," says Brooke Abel.

Swimsuits from left to right:

• Red Carter Nouvelle bikini, top $75, bottom $79, available at select Nordstrom stores
• Vix Swimwear Napoli bikini, $186, www.everythingbutwater.com
• Jo de Mer Val bikini, $194, Intermix NY