Gluteal muscles consist of gluteus maximus, medius, and minimus. Healthy fat distribution in gluteofemoral area may reduce cardiovascular risk. Women typically carry more fat than men overall
Round buttocks are considered ideal with good immune system and hormonal levels. Square buttocks are most common type, can be corrected with exercise. Triangle buttocks indicate broad shoulders and lack estrogen. Heart buttocks are most liked by men, typical of hourglass figure. Pear buttocks have wide hips and narrow waist, considered lucky for pregnancy
Hip dips are natural inward curves below the hips. They're genetic and caused by the shape of the pelvis. Everyone has hip dips, but they don't show for everyone
Located in middle front of thigh, one of four quadriceps muscles. Attaches from pelvis to below knee joint via patellar tendon. Connects to bone at two heads: straight on outer hip and reflected above socket. Supplied by lateral femoral circumflex artery and receives signals from femoral nerve
Achieving a thigh gap is physically impossible for most people. Genetics and bone structure play the biggest role in thigh gap development. Results may take 3-4 weeks to show after diet and exercise
Dr. William H. Sheldon introduced three main body types in 1940s. Endomorphs have soft bodies with high body fat. Mesomorphs have lean, muscular bodies that build muscle easily. Ectomorphs have slim bodies with little muscle or fat