Some beauty trends never seem to fade, and the “thigh gap” is one of them. Praised as a sign of thinness, it continues to appear in countless TikTok and Instagram posts. But, as the article notes, “it’s neither a question of exercise nor willpower.”

The truth is, this gap depends on anatomy—pelvic width, femur angle, and muscle structure—not on diet or workouts. Dr. Ross Perry explains, “this well-known thigh gap is just the outcome of a certain bone arrangement.” Even very thin people may never have one, and images in magazines are often edited.

The real danger lies in the pressure it creates. Young women often try extreme diets or over-exercise, damaging their health in pursuit of an unattainable standard. As the article warns, many lose confidence chasing something “frequently just impossible to achieve.”

Instead of following these illusions, the focus should be on goals that truly benefit health: becoming stronger, fitter, and more flexible. Inner-thigh exercises won’t change bone structure, nor can you “choose” where to lose weight.

The key is acceptance. Embracing body diversity and respecting your natural shape is far healthier than reshaping yourself to meet unrealistic ideals.