Maybe you’ve noticed two small dimples just above the buttocks. Known as “Venus dimples” in women and “Apollo holes” in men, they’re subtle, eye-catching, and often admired.

These indentations appear “due to a ligament that attaches the skin to the pelvic bone, specifically at the posterior superior iliac spine.” Their presence is largely genetic—if your parents have them, you might too.

Historically, they’ve symbolized health and attractiveness. Named after gods of beauty and strength, “Venus dimples” and “Apollo’s holes” have been admired across cultures.

Some link them to “low body fat, well-defined core and back muscles, good posture and mobility.” Others believe they may aid blood circulation in the pelvic area, though “this lacks scientific proof.” If you don’t have them naturally, “no amount of training can develop it.”

Social media and celebrities have amplified their appeal, but they’re simply genetic. Whether you have them or not, they carry “no impact on health, fitness, or weight.”