The shape of the chair is fine that it keeps your spine in a nice alignment. The low back is supported okay. The seat however is lame. The cushion flattens out when you sit in it and feels like a park bench.. Now I don't have much cushion to my butt either but there should be more padding in the seat. Maybe a firmer padding so it doesn't just collapse under weight. I'm 6 foot and 190 lbs. By no means should I be sitting on a hard seat. RUSSELL
bought two - have elderly friends who need a chair that is easy to get in and out of ..plus -thanks to padded arm rests and padded back and seat..very comfortable and can be used with or without out an ottoman . Works for me as it is sturdy and heavy enough to stay in place so it won't accidentally tip over. I have bad balance and it is very difficult to find all this in a chair that does not roll! My suggestion for makers of this model..come up with a matching ottoman that is of same quality and doesn't roll around and I'll buy 2!! My friends couldn't believe I found this at Staples!I had already tried major furniture stores and couldn't find a recliner that matched my needs I would surely recommend it !