“Zero gravity” is one of the most common phrases in massage-chair shopping, but it is also easy to misunderstand. It does not mean the chair removes gravity. It describes a supported recline that raises the legs and distributes body weight across the chair, which many people find comfortable while the rollers and airbags work.
What changes when a chair reclines?
In a conventional upright seat, much of your weight is concentrated through the seat and feet. A zero-gravity position tilts the backrest and lifts the legs into a more balanced posture. The exact angle varies by chair, so the best setting is the one that feels natural for your body—not automatically the deepest recline.
The Relaxation 02 offers three zero-gravity positions. Costway’s Australian specifications also describe a 135 cm SL track, automatic body scanning, 12 automatic programs, six massage techniques, 32 airbags, back heat and foot rollers.
Why the track and body scan matter
The recline is only one part of the experience. An SL track follows the curve of the back and continues beneath the seat, while body scanning helps place the rollers relative to the user’s shoulders. A good first session should begin at a low intensity so you can check whether the shoulder position, footrest length and roller path feel right.
What zero gravity does not promise
A massage chair is a comfort and wellness product, not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment. Product pages and some online articles use broad health language, but individual experiences vary. Anyone who is pregnant, recovering from surgery, living with a medical condition or unsure whether massage is suitable should ask a qualified health professional before use.
A sensible first-session routine
- Adjust the calf frame and sit fully back before starting the body scan.
- Choose the gentlest automatic program or reduce air pressure and roller intensity.
- Try the first recline position before moving deeper.
- Keep the first session short and stop if anything feels painful, numb or uncomfortable.
- Save your preferred settings only after you have tried them on more than one day.
Who the Relaxation 02 may suit
It is a practical option for shoppers who want a broad set of full-body features without moving into a higher-priced 3D mechanism. People who prefer stronger, depth-adjustable rollers may instead want to compare a 3D model such as the Therapy 36 and try both in person.
Sources and reading
- Costway Australia: Relaxation 02 product specifications (manufacturer source)
- Rethinking The Future: guide to zero-gravity massage chairs (third-party overview)
- Walmart Canada: Relaxation 02 listing and customer ratings (retailer source)
Editorial note: This article was written by Relaxway using the cited sources. It is general product information, not medical advice. Specifications can change; check the product page before ordering.
