Patricia Greenberg, known as the Fitness Gourmet, is a fitness and wellness expert who focuses on redefining aging as a rich, multidimensional life journey rather than a number. With an early background in pre-med and a lifelong commitment to health, she brings a holistic approach that integrates nutrition, exercise, mental well-being, and lifestyle balance. Patricia is widely respected for her clear, practical insights into healthy eating—covering carbohydrates, protein, fats, fiber, gut health, inflammation, and sleep, while also emphasizing the importance of mindset, spirituality, community, and joy as we age. Through her work and her book It’s Okay to Be Old, she encourages people to embrace aging with confidence, connection, and vitality.
Patricia Greenberg
Region
Southern California
Contact Information
Phone: +13238937933
Email: thefitnessgourmet@mac.com
Website: https://www.patriciagreenberg.com
Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patgreenbergthefitnessgourmet/
A wellness educator and aging expert, Patricia is a sought after speaker on the national stage. She consults, teaches, and hosts a weekly YouTube show titled “It’s OK to be Old. “
As the author of five books on nutrition, fitness, wellness and fulfilling life’s goals, she has a special interest in enhancing the education of the general public, and providing accurate health information to today’s consumer.
Passionate about her own wellness, Patricia ran 20 marathons, 115 half marathons, and climbed towers and stadiums all over the country. Now at 64, she is a long distance walker, Yin Yogi and gym devotee, determined to stay strong for life. Married with a grown daughter, she is an avid knitter and book club junkie.
Credentials:
YouTube, Host, It’s OK to be Old 2021 - Present
KABC, Los Angeles Host of Eat Well, Live Well, Age Well 2019-2021
KCSN , Northridge, CA Host of The Fitness Gourmet 2001-2009
BA in Nutrition and Food Science from Queens College, NYC
Degree in Culinary Arts, from Le Cordon Bleu in Scottsdale, AZ
Certificate of Gerontology, CUNY, New York City
IACP – Certified Culinary Professional
ACE and ISSA Certified Nutritionist and trainer, Senior Fitness
Arthritis Foundation Ambassador
American Society of Aging member
Author:
The Whole Soy Cookbook 1998
Soy Desserts 2001
Scrumptious Sandwiches, Salads, and Snacks 2017
Eat Well, Live Well, Age Well 2022
It's OK to be Old 2024
We’re here, We’re Old, get used to it!!! 2025
Designations
ACE Certified Professional, Certified Anxiety and Stress Management Coach, Certified Nutritionist & Age Well Health Coach (ISSA), IACP Certified Culinary Professional
Services
Coaching, Nutritional Consulting