I Wear 1st Phorm Apparel Almost Daily, Here’s Why (Review)

Inside this review, you’ll find my experience with 1st Phorm men’s apparel, and Tami’s experience with 1st Phorm women’s apparel. We talk about our favorite pieces and why we spend top dollar on their clothes.

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Alex Smith, CSCS, Shopping Expert

Posted on: October 7, 2024

Updated on: December 17, 2024

1st Phorm (or 1P), has a wide selection of men’s and women’s premium apparel that both Tami and I wear on a daily basis, and have been for a few years now.

Their clothing has come a LONG way in terms of quality, fit, and style ever since launching their apparel products after predominantly being a supplement-focused brand.

Whether I’m working out in my home gym, going for a walk, or hanging out at home, I wear their men’s clothing almost every day.

If you’re reading this, then you most likely know about 1st Phorm, the brand. You also probably know that almost all of their products are priced at a premium rate.

That said, you’ll probably compare 1P apparel to other premium clothing brands, like Nike, Adidas, and Lululemon to pick and choose which brand you’ll go with, considering the price.

I’m very picky when it comes to my athletic and casual wear. I don’t love to spend a ton of money on them, but if it’s high-quality, looks good / feels good, and it's a brand I align with - I’m in.

In this article, I’m sharing why I chose 1st Phorm apparel, what you can expect if you’re a first-time customer, and my favorite pieces, along with Tami's.

4.6/5

Rating 1st Phorm Apparel

I wear 1P apparel pretty much every day and in so many ways. The quality is top-notch and the fit & style pleases me and Tami. The only drawback? It's a premium price. But, I got past that.

Brand

The 1st Phorm brand gets a 5/5 star rating for me because I love that they stand by the quality of their products. They have a 110% money back guarantee and every time I order something, one of their employees takes the time to reach out. Customer service is excellent and all of their products, including clothing, is top-of-the-line.

Sizing

The sizing for men is spot on. However, for women, you need to size up (this is what Tami tells me), and we have many of our female readers say the same thing. So, I gave it a 4/5 star rating.

Fit and Style

As far as men's clothing goes, the fit and style is awesome and it fits my athletic personality. For women, many of their shorts and leggings are super tight, which would fit a woman who feels comfortable in those types of clothes when working out or lounging around the house. 4.5 stars for fit and style.

Versatility

The versatility with my 1st Phorm clothes is so good that I wear something 1P every day no matter what the occasion. This includes working out, running errands, going to dinner and hanging around the house.

Value & Quality

I really wish their gear was less money, which is why I gave it a 4.5/5 star rating. Because these clothes are expensive, I expect high quality clothing - and they are. I get a lot of use out of these clothes and none of them have ripped, torn or have worn out. Excellent quality, but again, wish they didn't cost so much.

1st Phorm Apparel Options

I would consider 1st Phorm apparel to be very similar to many active wear brands as far as what they offer. They have all types of workout clothes, casual options, hats and more.

They’re always coming out with new gear and they get sold out pretty quickly, so I always try to be on the lookout when new arrivals come in. But let’s take a look at the clothing they offer (click below to reveal):

For men, 1st Phorm offers:

  • T-shirts
  • Long sleeves
  • Athletic shorts
  • Athletic pants
  • Hoodies
  • Tank tops
  • Hats
  • Socks

For women, 1st Phorm offers:

  • Leggings
  • Tank tops
  • Athletic shorts
  • Sports bras
  • T-shirts
  • Long sleeves
  • Jackets
  • Hoodies
  • Hats

My First Experience With 1P Apparel

You could consider me an OG when it comes to 1st Phorm apparel. I have some of their original pieces that they flat out don’t offer any more.

As I’m writing this, I’m trying to remember the first time I purchased 1P clothing. I believe it was back in 2021 and I discovered them because I was already using their nutritional supplements, such as their Phormula-1 + Ignition, Level-1, creatine, Conquest and Primal-T.

That said, I was already familiar with the brand in terms of the quality of product and excellent customer service. In addition to that, I listened (and still listen) to Andy Frisella’s Real AF podcast and I completed 75 hard a few times.

After already buying their supplements and having trust in the brand, I decided to buy a pair of workout shorts and a tee shirt.

But, if it’s the first time I’m hearing about them (like most of you), I would want to know more about the brand before I spend a lot of money on their apparel - because the price tag on these clothes is considered high to most people, including myself. That’s why I am writing an honest review - there isn’t much out there and lawd knows it’s hard to trust influencers these days.

When my first package arrived at my door, I immediately opened it up out of excitement. Inside the box was a personal handwritten note from one of the employees, which was cool - just thanking me for supporting the brand and a good luck wish. I was hopeful that the clothes would fit me, feel good and look good. As I put them on, the first thought I had was, “these are totally worth it.” From then on, I knew I found my fitness apparel and casual apparel brand.

My Favorite 1st Phorm Men’s Clothes

I have a lot of favorites and the hard part is that 1st Phorm is constantly launching new apparel and sometimes not re-making the old ones. That’s why I said in the beginning of the article that I like to stay on top of their new launches, and that they get sold out quickly, then new apparel launches again.

That said, the ones that are my favorites now, might not be on their shop page by the time you read this, but conceptually there will be similar pieces. Here are my most worn favorite clothes:

Shorts

Element Shorts - 7” Inseam - Lined and Unlined

wearing the element shorts

I have these shorts in a few different colors, but my favorite color is the hunter green. The fabric is stretchy and breathable, yet not too tight. I love the zippered pockets on the sides, and one in the back. I wear these all the time - coaching my son’s youth football team, around the house, out in public and lifting weights. Love them!

ROM Short - 7”

wearing ROM shorts 1st phorm

When it’s time to unwind at home, I’m always reaching for The ROM Shorts! That’s because they are super soft. Usually my “comfort” shorts are from Walmart, so they usually look terrible. Not the ROM shorts, they look and feel amazing to the point where I wouldn’t be embarrassed to wear them out and about running errands. They are the perfect tightness, yet stretchy. I’m 6’ 205 pounds and I wear a size Large and they are a perfect fit.

T-Shirts

Genesis Vented Raglan

wearing Genesis Vented Raglan 1st phorm shirt
wearing core performance pant and genesis vented shirt green

This shirt is my all-time favorite t-shirt by a long shot. I have it in black and green and will most likely get a few more colors. It’s hard to explain the feel of this shirt - the best way I can explain it is that it’s super soft, it’s tight around the chest, yet loose around the rest of the body. The sleeves around the arms are a perfect fit - tight, yes, but also there’s enough stretch in it that gives you excellent mobility. They go with almost any shorts or pants that I have.

If you’re going to get any T-shirt, the Genesis Venten Raglan is the one you want.

Founded On Freedom Tee + Other Designed T-Shirts

founded on freedom t shirt 1st phorm
the back of founded on freedom t shirt

I’m going to group the designed tees into one because they are always coming out with new t-shirts, and not necessarily making the old ones. The designs may be different by the time you shop, however, the material remains the same.

They have some really cool, pro-America designed T-shirts that I always make sure to get. I love my “Founded On Freedom Tee.” I have it in black and it’s got a really cool 1P logo on the front with parts of the American Flag on it. The back of it says “Founded On Freedom” with an eagle and some stars. It’s a bad ass tee and I wear this one and the other designed t-shirts all the time.

The material is very soft, comfortable and it’s a great fit. Not too tight, not too loose - just right. If you have a smaller budget, this is the t-shirt for you.

Pants

Core Performance Tapered Pant

wearing core performance pant and hoodie
wearing core performance pant - maroon

When it’s winter time in Florida, these are my go-to pants. It’s a tighter fit, so keep that in mind, but I love it. The material feels really soft on the inside and they are super lightweight. I wouldn’t recommend them up north in the winter (maybe fall or spring?), unless you’re using them for weightlifting or a workout. However, down here in FL, they’re perfect for the chilly days. I wear these around the house and for workouts. I’ll even put them on when our family goes out to dinner.

Hoodies

Lightweight Hoodie

wearing the 1st phorm lightweight hoodie - blue

One thing I learned living in Florida is that you have to have a lightweight hoodie, especially in the winter months. I’m constantly wearing this piece as it will keep me warm on the chilly days, plus it’s stylish and super comfortable. The fit is tighter in the chest and the arms, but loose around the rest of the body. Very high quality and I really hope they come out with more colors. At the time of writing this, they have a Blue and a Camo (sadly the Camo is sold out).

Force Quarter Zip Hoodie

wearing quarter zip hoodie 1st phorm

For the real cold days, this hoodie gets it done (keeps me warm and fuzzy). I have this in a Heather Grey and a Black color. It looks really sharp due to the quarter zip, and has nice pockets on the sides. I wear this hoodie a lot in the winter months and everyone always seems to comment on how nice it is.

Hats

Energy Crest Cap

wearing crest cap grey
wearing crest cap brown

I have a few of these hats in different colors and designs and I absolutely love them. I’m a big hat guy and I will say that these hats are very high quality. They fit really well and look great.

Crest American Flag Hat

wearing crest cap American

One of my favorite hats that I have is this one. I love the American Flag formed on the 1P logo. It goes with almost all of my outfits, especially if I’m wearing the Founded On Freedom Tee.

Tami’s Favorite 1st Phorm Women’s Clothes

For women, 1st Phorm has some great selections. Tami wears these clothes along with Senita Athletics for her active wear. I asked her a few questions on each of her favorites and was able to get some nice perspective from her, which will be great information for women looking at buying 1st Phorm apparel:

Shorts

Element Short - 4” and 6”

tami wearing 1st phorm element shorts

Tami uses the Element Short 4” for working out and the 6” for casual wear. She loves the look and feel. She says, “I love the fabric and level of compression. They’re soft, stretchy, and flattering, which are great for my morning workouts.”

Essential Short - 4” and 6”

Tami wearing essential shorts and solstice bra

The 1st Phorm Solstice Bra and Essential Shorts

The Essential Shorts that Tami has are the 4” and the 6”. Again, she uses the 4” for her workouts and the 6” shorts for lounging around the house, taking walks and running errands. Her thoughts on these shorts: “The Essential Shorts are great on the days where I don’t want to feel as much compression as the Element Shorts. The fabric is smooth, soft and has a nice stretch to it. The style is very flattering with a high waist design.”

Leggings

Element Legging

tami wearing 1st phorm element leggings

According to Tami, these are, “probably the best leggings I own.” Living in Florida, she brings these out on the cooler days for her workouts, walks and hanging out at home. She loves the fit, style and feel. “I love the deep, functional pockets, which are a lifesaver when carrying my phone, card, etc. They’re thick, but not too thick, and have just enough compression to keep me tucked in without feeling constricted.”

Sports Bras

Women’s Solstice Bra

Tami wearing essential shorts and solstice bra

The 1st Phorm Solstice Bra and Essential Shorts

Tami has a few of the 1st Phorm sports bras, but her favorite one is the Solstice Bra. She uses it during strength training the most. “I love the support this bra provides - it’s very durable, yet comfortable. It has a great look and feel to it. Everytime I wear it I feel confident.”

Conclusion

Our closets are filled with 1st Phorm apparel. Not only do they fit our active, athletic lifestyle, but every piece we have is high quality and has lasted a very long time.

Yes, we’re paying a premium price tag for 1st Phorm clothing, but it’s 100% worth it for us.

1st Phorm offers a 110% money back guarantee for those who purchase a product and aren’t satisfied with it. To me, that’s a sign of a trustworthy brand.

If you’re asking me, go for the 1P apparel - you’ll be happy you did.

About the Author

Alex is an entrepreneur, dad, husband, former college football coach with a Certification in Strength and Conditioning (CSCS). He's your regular consumer and started A Couple Consumers with his wife Tami. Together, they shop and buy products from trending brands thinking it will improve their lives. They decided to create product reviews from products they've been using for years to help other consumers shop - revealing the truth. A savvy shopper and a keen eye for reputable brands, you'll find his personal stories with these products ranging from his wellness journey to fashion to home & lifestyle to stuff for his dog Lou and his kids. He enjoys strength training, football, time with his family and a good laugh.

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