Jeffrey Cherubini

Professor
Kinesiology

Kinesiology & Health

Contact Information

(718) 862-7222

jeff.cherubini@manhattan.edu

Office Location

MEM 410

Overview

Dr. Jeff Cherubini's area of expertise within kinesiology is exercise and sport psychology; emphasizing an eco-developmental perspective to his work with physical activity motivation, health promotion, and sport performance. Other interests include holistic approaches to student-athlete development and the care of the 'whole athlete'. A former collegiate rugby captain and cyclist, Jeff currently competes in the off-road, navigation-based sport of adventure racing. 

 

Education

  • PHD, Temple University
  • MA, San Diego State University
  • BA, Fordham University

Courses Taught

  • KIN 413 Organization, Administration & Principles of Kinesiology
  • KIN 304 Kinesiology & Public Health 
  • KIN 303 Sport Psychology
  • KIN 246 Aerobic Conditioning
  • KIN 217 Motor Learning
  • KIN 110 Personal Wellness

Research & Scholarly Activities

Individual, social, and ecological aspects of physical activity, exercise, and sport.

Publications

Publications

  • Budelman, M. & Cherubini, J. (2025). Mind Over Injury: Exploring Mental Imagery as a Game Changer in Athlete Rehabilitation. International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings. 15(7), 34.
  • Cherubini, J. (2024). Social justice in practice—Integrating ethical leadership, inclusive excellence, and community engagement in the undergraduate kinesiology curriculum. Kinesiology Review, 13(4), 486-490.
  • Cherubini, J. & Anshel, M. (2024). Alternative models of health behavior change. In Razon, S. & Sachs, M.L. (Eds.), Applied exercise psychology: The challenging journey from motivation to adherence (2nd ed., pp. 52-67). Routledge. 
  • Cherubini, J. & González-Toro, C. (2023). Growing more than plants in the Reverend Henry Rivera Community Garden. AXIS Journal of Lasallian Higher Education, 14(2), 39-55. 
  • Olivan, Z., Cherubini, J., & Stamatis, A. (2023). The effect of a Division 1 women’s basketball strength and conditioning protocol on mental toughness. International Journal of Exercise Science, 16(5), 315–326.
  • González-Toro, C., Moosbrugger, M., Mangano, K., Mullin, E. M., & Cherubini, J. (2022). Physical education teacher candidate’s journey: Before, during, and after practicum. Journal of Health and Physical Literacy, 1(2), 83–103. 
  • Cherubini, J. (2020). The Gruppo Ciclistico. In Sachs, M.L., Tashman, L.S. & Razon, S. (Eds.), Performance excellence: stories of success from the real world of exercise and sport psychology (28-31). London, UK: Rowman & Littlefield.
  • Merriman, W., González-Toro, C., & Cherubini, J. (2020). Physical activity breaks in the classroom. Kappa Delta Pi Record, 56(4), 164-169.
  • González-Toro, C. M., Cherubini, J. M., Doig, S. R., & Fernández-Vivó, M. (2020). Supervisor feedback: Perceptions from physical education teacher candidates. The Physical Educator, 77(3), 553-574. 
  • Cherubini, J. (2019). Strategies and communication skills in sports coaching. In Anshel, M., Petrie, T.A., & Steinfeldt, J.A. (Eds.), APA Handbook of Sport and Exercise Psychology: Vol. 1. Sport Psychology (451-467). Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.
  • Cherubini, J. & Anshel, M. (2018). Alternative models of health behavior change. In Razon, S. & Sachs, M.L. (Eds.), Applied exercise psychology: The challenging journey from motivation to adherence (49-65). Routledge. 
  • Cherubini, J. (2013). Manhattan changes department name to Kinesiology. Kinesiology Today, 6(3), 4, 23.
  • Cherubini, J. (2009). Intentional development: A model to guide lifelong physical activity. The Physical Educator, 66(4), 197-208.
  • Cherubini, J. (2009). Positive psychology and quality physical education. The Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, 80(7),42-47, 51.
  • Cherubini, J. & Bentley, T. (2009). Coaches’ perspectives of eighth-grade athletes playing high school varsity sports. The Physical Educator, 66(3),139-148.
  • Ladda, S. & Cherubini, J. (2009). Technology in physical education and health. In Merriman, W. & Nicoletti, A. (Eds.). Using Technology in 21st Century Schools (p.143-154). Washington, DC: National Catholic Education Association.
  • Cherubini, J. (2008). Adult African American Women’s perspective on influences that affect their physical activity involvement. International Council for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, Sport, and Dance (ICHPER∙SD), Journal of Research, 3, 86-99.
  • Cherubini, J. (2008). Young athletes and the psychology of supplementation. Athletic Therapy Today, 13(2), 44-46.
  • Cherubini, J. & Toscano, L. (2008). Health and wellness of today’s students. In Merriman, W. & Nicoletti, A. (Eds.). Understanding and Teaching Today’s Students (p. 57-69). Washington, DC: National Catholic Education Association.
  • Nicoletti, A., Cherubini, J., & Merriman, W. (2008). 21st Century teaching for millennial students. Today’s Catholic Teacher, 41(6), 32-40.
  • Cherubini, J. (2005). Motivation. In Levinson, D. & Christensen, K. (Eds.). Encyclopedia of World Sport (p. 1012-1016). Great Barrington, MA: Berkshire Publishing Group.
  • Hamstra, K., Cherubini, J., & Swanik, C. (2002). Athletic injury and parental pressure in youth sports. Athletic Therapy Today, 7(6), 36-41.

Presentations

  • Cherubini, J. & Budelman, M. Psychology of Athletic Injury: A Biopsychosocial Spiritual Approach to Rehabilitation. New York State Association of Health, Physical Education. Recreation, and Dance – Annual Professional Conference, Verona, NY, November 2025. 
  • Cherubini, J., Esposito, S., Antonakakis, V., Edson, C. Living the Good Life – A Philosophy of Human Movement. New York State Association of Health, Physical Education. Recreation, and Dance – Annual Professional Conference, Verona, NY, November 2025.
  • Budelman, M. & Cherubini, J. Mind Over Injury: Exploring Mental Imagery as a Game Changer in Athlete Rehabilitation. Greater New York Regional Chapter – American College of Sports Medicine’s Fall Meeting, New York, NY, November 2025.
  • Cherubini, J. Enhancing the Client/Patient Experience - Strategies and Communication Skills for the Trainer, Therapist, and Coach. Greater New York Regional Chapter – American College of Sports Medicine’s Spring Meeting, New York, NY, April 2025.
  • Cherubini, J., Esposito, S., & González-Toro, C. M. Exercise is Medicine – Engaging Community and Developing Healthy Habits. New York State Association of Health, Physical Education. Recreation, and Dance – Annual Professional Conference, Verona, NY, November 2024.
  • Cherubini, J. Enhancing the Sport Experience - Strategies and Communication Skills for Modified and High School Coaches. New York State Association of Health, Physical Education. Recreation, and Dance – New York City Zone Conference, Bronx, NY, September 2024.
  • Cherubini, J. Social Justice in Practice: Integrating Ethical Leadership, Inclusive Excellence, and Community Engagement in the Undergraduate Kinesiology Curriculum. American Kinesiology Association 17th Annual Leadership Workshop, Albuquerque, NM, January 2024.
  • Cherubini, J., & González-Toro, C. M. Growing More Than Plants in the Reverend Henry Rivera Community Garden. New York State Association of Health, Physical Education. Recreation, and Dance – Annual Professional Conference, Verona, NY, November 2023.
  • Cherubini, J., & Moore, L. Exercise is Medicine – Tools to Sustain Healthy Physical Activity Habits. New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, Turning Stone Resort, Verona, NY, November 2022.
  • Cherubini, J., & González-Toro, C. M. Bicycling Broadway: Active Transportation and the Improvement of Community Health. New York State Association of Health, Physical Education. Recreation, and Dance – Annual Professional Conference, Verona, NY, November 2021.
  • Merriman, W., González-Toro, C. M., & Cherubini, J. How Physical Educators Can Help Teachers Use Brain Breaks. New York State Association of Health, Physical Education. Recreation, and Dance – Annual Professional Conference, Verona, NY, November 2021.
  • Cherubini, J. Enhancing Communication in Competitive Sport Environments – Practical Applications for Coaches. NYC High School Health, Physical Education & Athletics Conference, New York State Association of Health, Physical Education. Recreation, and Dance, Brooklyn, NY, January 2020.
  • Cherubini, J. & González-Toro, C. Playgrounds, Gardens, and Greenways - Community-based Learning & Health Advocacy. New York State Association of Health, Physical Education. Recreation, and Dance – Annual Professional Conference, Verona, NY, November 2019.
  • Cherubini, J. The Power of Effective Communication in Competitive Sport Environments. New York State Association of Health, Physical Education. Recreation, and Dance – Annual Professional Conference, Verona, NY, November 2019.
  • Cherubini, J. Applied sport and exercise psychology: Utilizing evidence-based practices to enhance exercise adherence across the health continuum. Greater New York Regional Chapter of the American College of Sports Medicine – Annual Meeting, New York, NY, November 2018.
  • Cherubini, J. Sport & Exercise Psychology – Speed Mentoring. Northeast Atlantic Sport Psychology Regional Conference, Association for Applied Sport Psychology, Philadelphia, PA, March 2018.
  • Cherubini, J. Bicycling Broadway – Equity, Inclusion, and Active Transportation. Society of Health and Physical Educators – Eastern District Conference, Burlington, VT, January 2018.
  • Cherubini, J. Strategies and Communication Skills in Competitive Sport Coaching. Society of Health and Physical Educators – Eastern District Conference, Burlington, VT, January 2018.
  • Cherubini, J. Health behavior, physical activity, and alternative applied models of change. The New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance – Health Education Conference, Purchase, NY, April 2017.
  • Cherubini, J. Physical (in)activity, health equity and social justice. Society of Health and Physical Educators – National Convention, Boston, MA, March 2017.
  • Cherubini, J. The power of effective communication in competitive sport environments. Society of Health and Physical Educators – National Convention, Boston, MA, March 2017.
  • Cherubini, J. Health equity, physical activity and social justice. Huether Lasallian Conference, Christian Brothers, Chicago, IL, November 2016.
  • Cherubini, J. Alternative models of health behavior change. Greater New York Regional Chapter – American College of Sports Medicine’s Annual Meeting, New York, NY, November 2016.
  • Cherubini, J. Unlearning gym and (re)learning physical education. Eastern District Association of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance – Annual Convention, Valley Forge, PA, February 2013.
  • Cherubini, J. Building a movement mindset: Strategies to empower everyday physical activity. Association for Applied Sport Psychology – Annual Conference, Atlanta, GA, October 2012.
  • Cherubini, J. Developing a positive psychology and mental toughness for Cross-Country. New York Road Runners Youth and Community Services - XC Training Camp, New York, NY, August 2012.
  • Cherubini, J. The Movement Mindset: Increasing Moderate to Vigorous Physical Activity. American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance – National Convention, Boston, MA, March 2012.
  • Cherubini, J. Running positive for life. New York Road Runners Youth and Community Services - Young Runner Clinic, New York, NY, January 2012.
  • Cherubini, J., Merriman, W., & Nicoletti, A. Teaching the Next Wave of Students: Generation Z. Kappa Delta Pi 48th Biennial Convocation, Indianapolis, IN, November 2011.
  • Cherubini, J. Building a movement mindset: Strategies to empower everyday physical activity. Association for Applied Sport Psychology 27th Annual Conference, Atlanta, GA, October 2011.
  • Cherubini, J. Positive psychology: Practical applications to enhance sport opportunities for females. American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance – National Convention, San Diego, CA, April 2011.
  • Cherubini, J. Becoming marketable in the HPERD-Athletics profession in the 21st Century. American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance – National Convention, San Diego, CA, March 2011.
  • Cherubini, J. Coaching the youth runner and positive exercise psychology. New York Road Runners Youth and Community Services - Professional Development Meeting, New York, NY, February 2011.
  • Cherubini, J. Living the good life - Authentic happiness through quality physical education within the symposium Physical activity as positive institution: An examination of the body in positive psychology. Annual Conference of the Association for Applied Sport Psychology, Providence, RI, October 2010.
  • Cherubini, J. Positive psychology – Practical applications for enhancing performance, fitness, and health. Greater New York Regional Chapter, American College of Sports Medicine – Annual Meeting, Bronx, NY, March 2010.
  • Cherubini, J. Positive psychology – Empowering active, creative, and health-promoting lifestyles.  Eastern District Association of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance – Annual Convention, Rye, NY, February 2010.
  • Cherubini, J. Positive [exercise] psychology and lifelong physical activity.  Association for Applied Sport Psychology – Annual Conference, Salt Lake City, UT, September 2009.
  • Adams, D., Cherubini, J., & Ladda, S. Big city, big classes: Ideas to increase active learning time.  American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance – National Convention, Tampa Bay, FL, April 2009.
  • Cherubini, J. Intentional development | Positive psychology | Lifelong physical activity.  Northeast Atlantic Sport Psychology Annual Conference, Association for Applied Sport Psychology, Philadelphia, PA, March 2009.
  • Cherubini, J. Intentional development: A Multi-theoretical approach to applied sport psychology. Association for Applied Sport Psychology – Annual Conference, St. Louis, MO, September 2008.
  • Bentley, T. & Cherubini, J. Eighth-grade athletes playing high school varsity sports: A qualitative analysis. Association for Applied Sport Psychology – Annual Conference, St. Louis, MO, September 2008.
  • Keating, T., Toscano, L., & Cherubini, J. The relationship among measures of fitness, stage of change and exercise motivation in wellness program participants. Association for Applied Sport Psychology – Annual Conference, St. Louis, MO, September 2008.
  • Merriman, W. & Cherubini, J. The Latino millennial student. National Summit: A Just Education in Underserved Communities, Philadelphia, PA, July 2008.
  • Cherubini, J., Merriman, W., Nicoletti, A. Working with the Latino millennial student.  Kappa Delta Pi – Biennial National Convocation, Louisville, KY, November 2007.
  • Ladda, S., Cherubini, J., Keating, T., & Toscano, L. Dispositions and resiliency: Developing student leaders.  National Association for Kinesiology and Physical Education in Higher Education – National Conference, Clearwater, FL, January 2007.
  • Cherubini, J. Psychosocial aspects, physical activity, & the older population.  Greater New York Regional Chapter, American College of Sports Medicine – Annual Meeting, New York, NY, December 2006.
  • Cherubini, J. Perspectives from the millennial student.  Faculty Resource Network at New York University – National Symposium, San Juan, Puerto Rico, November 2006.
  • Ladda, S., Adams, D., Cherubini, J., Keating, T., & Toscano, L. Connections and collaborations: Happily serving our constituents and community.  National Association for Kinesiology and Physical Education in Higher Education – National Conference, San Diego, CA, January 2006.
  • Cherubini, J. Psychology of supplementation.  Greater New York Regional Chapter, American College of Sports Medicine – Annual Meeting, New York, NY, December 2005.
  • Cherubini, J., Lienert, C., & Merriman, W. Model of intentional development: A multi-theoretical approach to facilitating active lifestyles for all. 15th International Symposium Adapted Physical Activity, Verona, Italy, July 2005.
  • Cherubini, J. Enhancing exercise compliance for weight management.  Greater New York Regional Chapter, American College of Sports Medicine – Annual Meeting, New York, NY, November 2004. 
  • Cherubini, J. Grounded theory of individual, social environmental, and physical environmental influences on physical activity in adult African American women.  North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity – National Conference, Vancouver, BC, June 2004.
  • Cherubini, J.  Intentional development: A grounded theory of individual, social environmental, and physical environmental influences on physical activity in adult African American women.  American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance – National Convention, New Orleans, LA, April 2004.  
  • Cherubini, Jeffrey M., Tierney, Ryan T., Hamstra, Karrie L., Huxel, Kellie C., & Swanik, C. Buz. The relationship among anxiety, coping resources, mood states, and muscle tone.  Association for the Advancement of Applied Sport Psychology - Annual Conference, Tucson, AZ, November, 2002.
  • Cherubini, J. A multi-theoretical approach to applied exercise psychology. Association for the Advancement of Applied Sport Psychology – Annual Conference, Tucson, AZ, October, 2002.
  • Cherubini, J. Intentional development: A model of personal and performance development in physical activity, exercise, and sport. Association for the Advancement of Applied Sport Psychology – Annual Conference, Orlando, FL, October, 2001.
  • Cherubini, J., Riley, D., Bundy, G., Lee, J., Brady, K., Sachs, M., & Oglesby, C. The X-Factor: Development of a sport psychology newsletter and consulting opportunities with intercollegiate athletics. Association for the Advancement of Applied Sport Psychology – Annual Conference, Orlando, FL, October, 2001.
  • Cherubini, J. Intentional development: A model of personal and performance development.Temple University Education Research Association – Annual Conference, Philadelphia, PA, May, 2001.
  • Tierney, R., Hamstra, K., & Cherubini, J. The relationship among neuromuscular characteristics, psychological factors, and injury. Temple University Education Research Association – Annual Conference, Philadelphia, PA, May, 2001.
  • Cherubini, J. Intentional development: A model for adherence to exercise. Northeast Atlantic Sport Psychology Conference, Philadelphia, PA, March, 2001.
  • Cherubini, J., Riley, D., O’Brien, K., Lee, J., Brady, K., & Gallagher, K. Consulting opportunities with student athletes: Life skills through sport. Northeast Atlantic Sport Psychology Conference, Philadelphia, PA, March, 2001.
  • Cherubini, J., Hamstra, K., & Tierney, R. The relationship among h-reflex, muscle stiffness, and psychological factors. Northeast Atlantic Sport Psychology Conference, Philadelphia, PA, March, 2001.
  • Cherubini, J. Intentional development – A model of motivation and development in physical activity, exercise, and sport. American College of Sports Medicine Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference – Annual Meeting, Split Rock, PA, November, 2000.
  • Cherubini, J., & Sachs, M. Developing a base of knowledge in applied exercise psychology within the symposium Applying Sport Psychology Theory and Concepts in Exercise Settings. Association for the Advancement of Applied Sport Psychology – Annual Conference, Nashville, TN, October, 2000.
  • Cherubini, J.  Intentional development - A theoretical model of motivation, development, and adherence. Northeast Atlantic Sport Psychology Conference, Philadelphia, PA, April, 2000.

Professional Experience & Memberships

Professional Experience

  • Manhattan University - Department of Kinesiology & Health, Riverdale, NY (2003 - Present)
    • Professor (2021 - Present)
    • Department Chair (2013 - 2021)
    • Associate Professor (2010 - 2021)
    • Assistant Professor (2003 - 2010)
  • Temple University - Department of Kinesiology, Philadelphia, PA (1999 - 2003)
    • Instructor
    • Research Assistant
    • Graduate Assistant
    • Undergraduate Academic Advisor
    • Educational Sport Psychology Consultant
  • Community College of Philadelphia - Department of Biology, Philadelphia, PA (2000 - 2003)
    • Part-time Faculty
  • University of Pennsylvania - Healthy Eating Lifestyle Program, Philadelphia, PA (2000 - 2001)
    • Lifestyle Change Instructor
    • Exercise Prescription Consultant
  • Frog's Athletic Club, Solana Beach, CA (1994 - 1999)
    • Certified Trainer
    • Continuing Educational Provider
    • Educational Sport Psychology Consultant
  • San Diego State University - Project GRAD, San Diego, CA (1995 - 1996)
    • Research Assistant

Memberships

  • American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
  • ACSM – Greater New York Regional Chapter (GNYRC)
  • American Kinesiology Association (AKA)
  • Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP)
  • National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA)
  • New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, & Dance (NYSAHPERD)