Sir Ranulph Fiennes, at a commanding 6ft 1 (185.4 cm) tall, embodies the ideal physique for extreme exploration with his lean, enduring build. He has described himself as around six feet tall and lean, perfectly suited for record-breaking feats like the first surface circumnavigation of the Earth and crossing Antarctica on foot. This height contributes to his formidable image as a British adventurer holding multiple endurance records, earning him ITV's Greatest Britons Award for Sport in 2007.