Beneath the surface, these dimples sit where the posterior superior iliac spine anchors into the pelvis, and where the skin tethers tightly to the ligaments below. That fixed connection creates a natural dip—one that becomes more obvious as the surrounding tissue leans out and firms up. Genetics decide whether the landmarks are there; your lifestyle decides how much they show.
You can’t “create” Venus or Apollo dimples from nothing, but you can reveal the ones you have. Reducing excess body fat while strengthening the lower back, core, and glutes sculpts the frame around them, often making once‑hidden dimples suddenly visible. Think of them less as a beauty standard and more as a side effect of consistent training and balance: a strong spine, active glutes, and a body cared for from the inside out.