Oh baby, we’re both so tall and sexy. (Picture: Ella Byworth for Metro.co.uk)

The issue of height is often discussed in dating, especially in relation to how desirable a person is.

Most often, it’s in reference to men and research by dating apps has even proven that adding the phrase ‘6ft’ to your bio increases your chances of finding a mate.

Now there’s yet another reason to wish for a sudden growth spurt; according to BodyLogic MD, tall people have better sex.

Whether you agree or disagree – as someone who is 5ft 5inches tall, I’d like to call this bluff – a recent survey revealed that that out of 1,000 participants, those who were taller than their friends were more satisfied with their sex lives (58.3%), compared to those who were equally tall (54%) or shorter (50.3%).




The research doesn’t discuss whether the quality of boning is down to the height itself making any significant difference in the act, but increased confidence could be a potential factor, as taller people considered themselves more attractive (64.2%) and more desirable to potential partners (64.2%).

Confidence can be a very sexy quality.

Mmm, you’re so tall it turns me on. (Picture: Ella Byworth for Metro.co.uk)

There’s even an ideal height for both parties – 6ft for men and 5ft 6 inches for women. Unsurprisingly, the desire to grow a few inches was a bigger concern with men – half of the male participants (60%) expressed that they would like to be taller.

They’re not the only ones, some of their partners wish they were taller, too – 36.2% of the female participants who were in relationships wanted their partner to add a few inches.

Almost one fourth of the male participants would surgically alter their height if it was possible, using almost a third of their life savings to do so.

To make matters worse, not only are tall people better in bed, hotter and more confident, but they also consider themselves to be more successful at work, have a satisfying salary and are taken more seriously at work.

If you’re short and feeling despondent after reading this, remember that every coin has two sides.

OK, so we’re not as good in bed, but tall people have their own problems, like finding shoes that fit and having to duck under door frames.

The study also said short people consider themselves funny, too – so that’s always something.

P.S All jokes aside, height can be a distressing issue for many people and it’s important to remember that while you may not always find yours ideal, you’re great just as you are.

You can read the full survey here.

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