This article is for all the tall and skinny guys looking for motivation and inspiration when it comes to building a strong and impressive physique. Being tall and skinny usually means you have an ectomorph body type. This is characterised by long limbs, thin and slender frame, and a general difficulty to put on any significantly noticeable muscle mass. I know all too … [Read more...]
Being Tall is the Ultimate Ice Breaker
Being tall is the ultimate ice breaker. I’ve been thinking about this a lot and the more I think about it the more it makes sense. Before you stop reading and think I'm crazy hear me out. I know that being asked ‘how’s the weather up there?’ all the time is frustrating. I get it a lot too. However, what if it’s not as bad as it seems? Have you ever thought … [Read more...]
5 Giraffe Fun Facts You Didn’t Know
A giraffe in the wild is the equivalent of a really tall person in society. Given that this blog is about all things tall, it wouldn’t be complete without at least one article about the tallest living animal in the world: the giraffe. Not to forget also that the giraffe is the spirit animal for most tall people. Before I started my research for this blog post I thought this … [Read more...]
New Study Shows Tall People Are More Productive
A working paper published in May 2016 by the National Bureau of Economic Research titled “Height and Cognition at Work: Labor Market Productivity in a Low Income Setting” by D. LaFave and D. Thomas shows that tall people are more productive. A large-scale longitudinal study conducted in Central Java, Indonesia was designed to collect detailed information on human capital and … [Read more...]
5 Types of People Every Tall Person Meets
Being tall we stand out wherever we go - this is a fact of life; one that will not change. We encounter many people throughout the day and what's interesting is that different 'types' of people react differently to our height. In today's blog post I outline the 5 most common types of people that every tall person meets, what a typical interaction with each of these people is … [Read more...]
Common Assumptions Made About Being Tall
We make assumptions all the time; sometimes we don’t even realise we are making them. When we see something unfamiliar we try to associate it with something we already know. By doing so we form an assumption. This is usually based on our limited knowledge. For example, based on our previous experiences with a certain person, we think we know what they are going to say next. … [Read more...]
Why Are Some Movements Harder For Tall People?
Whilst I consider my height to be a blessing, one that gives me an advantage in most sports, I find that when it comes to gym and calisthenics movements my height can be a curse. From a young age I played basketball (I know; I was the stereotypical tall kid) all the way through to my late teens and then took up Tae Kwon Do for 9 years. Later I dabbled in distance running for … [Read more...]
5 Simple Ways to Boost Your Confidence
The simple fact of life is that you are tall and no matter where you go or what you do you will stand out. You were born with the gift of height – no matter how much you might wish otherwise it’s not going to change. Some of us love standing out wherever we go and fully embrace it whereas others might feel a bit self-conscious and consequently lacking in confidence. To make … [Read more...]
Tall Tales Travelling Northern Vietnam
A short while ago I returned from an amazing 9 day trip to Vietnam. I flew into Hanoi and spent 2 days exploring the city and getting accustomed to the crazy traffic. I then undertook a 5 day tour to Sapa and Ha Long Bay and spent 2 more days in Hanoi before flying back to Australia. In this article I'm going to outline my experiences as a tall traveler and … [Read more...]
Doubs Clothing: Australian Clothing for Tall Men
Living in Australia it's always been a struggle for me to find local clothing brands that specialise in clothing for tall men. These brands simply do not exist so I have to buy a majority of my clothing online from around the world. You can imagine my excitement when, a few months ago, I came across Doubs Clothing. I was thrilled; finally, an Australian brand that makes … [Read more...]