Physical activity is essential to maintaining weight and improving overall health—but with a busy schedule, it can be tough to squeeze in exercise. Sometimes hitting the gym feels like an impossible task!
If you need a more motivation to squeeze in that next workout, consider this: A new study published in JAMA Open suggests that not getting enough exercise could be worse for your health than smoking or chronic disease. When Cleveland Clinic researchers tracked mortailty rates for more than 120,000 participants over 23 years, they found that their performance on treadmill tests for cardiorespiratory fitness was directly associated with reduced risk of early death. Poor fitness levels, on the other hand, were linked to higher death rates—at comparable or even higher rates than traditional risk factors like tobacco use, diabetes, or heart disease.
Fortunately, staying in shape doesn’t have to mean following a regimented workout plan every day. Here are some easier ways I like to fit fitness into my everyday life.
What's harder than getting motivated to workout? Well, sometimes, nothing really. But, if you have something to look forward to during your workout, like a rocking playlist, it will definitely help spark some motivation.
Here's a fun, 30-minute '80s playlist, which is guaranteed to get you moving (who can resist those pop-inspired, synthesizer classics?) and feeling great while you work out!
Junior Systems & Network Administrator in West Coast | Other Engineering | Job Mail | 4325811
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African Consulting Surveyors (Pty) Ltd is looking for a Junior Systems & Network Administrator to assist with infrastructure maintenance at their headquarters in Langebaan, Western Cape, South Africa. Key Requirements • Matric (Mathematics, Information Technology) • 1+ years of experience in Information Technology operations and administration • 1+ years of relevant professional experience in Microsoft Windows operating systems, computer hardware & software . • Good understanding of TCP/IP networking and VLANs • Personal, reliable transport. Key Competencies • Strong troubleshooting skills. • Good analytical skills and detail-orientated • Hard-working with a passion for technology and a keen interest in resolving technical problems • Be familiar with network-, operating system security hardening techniques and application security. • Ability to investigate issues, identify causes of problems and implement strategies to improve the systems environment and prevent recurring issues Please submit your CV, including your salary expectation with your application to it@africansurveyors.com Application closing date: 30 October 2018
A value retail fashion outlet in Durban is urgently looking for a brand manager to join their team. this company is a countrywide fashion chain.
Please note:
If you do not fit the specification with the minimum requirements your application will not be accepted for this position. Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete an assessment or test to demonstrate your knowledge of this position.
Requirements:
Matric/grade 12 certificate
Relevant tertiary qualification
A minimum of two to three years’ experience in a fashion retail environment
Experience working with advertising agencies
Experience working with departmental stores
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Valid code eight driver’s license and own transport
Excellent administration skills
Computer literate
Attention to detail
Problem-solving
Business acumen
Excellent customer service
Applicants must reside in Mount Edgecombe, Durban or surrounding area.
Only South African citizens, who are suitably qualified, live in the applicable area and meet the requirements of the position are eligible to apply for this vacancy.
Please take note: if you have not been contacted within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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Permanent Sales Consultants in Durban Central | Other Sales/Marketing | Job Mail | 4326413
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We are looking for vibrant and positive individuals to join our team. Full training (FREE) will be provided to successful candidates. we are hiring for a permanent sales consultant position. Requirements *must have matric. . *Customer Service *energetic. Email;hr.richmind@gmail.com or call Precious on 0623505257 and hr department will get back to you Job Type: Full-time
Our client in Port Elizabeth is looking for an Artisan Assistant to assist with major repairs, tools and washing of parts, servicing of forklifts (diesel & electric), draining of engine and gearbox oil, etc. Must have at least 3 years previous experience, Grade 10, Forklift and Reach Truck License and criminal clear. Must live in Port Elizabeth area
Our client, a logistics company, is looking for an Artisan Assistant to Assist Mechanics with major repairs, Tools and washing of parts, Servicing of Forklifts (Diesel and Electric), Draining of engine and gearbox oil, Replacing of fuel filters, Greasing of all joint that need grease, Checking of all levels eg. Anti-freeze, brake fluid
Requirements:
Grade 10
At least 3 year previous experience
Forklift and Reach Truck License
Clear Criminal Record
Candidate must reside in area of position advertised
Please forward CV to zenandeb@transman.co.za or phone 041-050-0070
Cashiers needed for national supermarket chain, Both experienced and new job seekers accepted as training is provided. To Apply simply sms “Go” to 35118 or goto www.blakefinch.com R3
A cloud company that leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning is currently looking for a full stack Java developer to join their technical team of passionate and creative technologists on a mission to develop models that are able to perform tasks that normally require human intelligence, exciting right?
You will be required to build high-quality, innovative and fully performing software in compliance with established standards and technical designs. The business aims to provide uniform decision quality through minimal human intervention.
This is a fantastic opportunity for developers who are self-driven, takes initiatives and has a structured way of thinking, someone who’s eager to work on new projects and gain rapid growth in a technically advanced environment.
Requirements
Requirements:
Relevant tertiary qualification in Engineering or Computer Science
Experience with web services (SOAP, REST), wsimport, JAX-WS, JAXB, XML, XSD, WSDL
Skills required include Java J2SE, and J2EE
Experience with Spring, Spring Boot
Good knowledge of HTML, CSS and JavaScript
Experience with Tomcat as application server
Experience with Maven
Experience with test-driven development
Experience with source control procedures and systems (git), JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket
Proficient use of testing and debugging skills, process, and tools (jUnit, Mockito)
Proficient with shell scripting (Bash, Perl, Python)
Proficient with IDEs such as Eclipse or IntelliJ
Good knowledge of Linux (CentOS, Redhat, Debian)
Knowledge of SQL (Postgres), JDBC and Java database access
Knowledge of networking fundamentals and programming (TCP/IP, UDP)
Responsibilities:
Execute full lifecycle software development
Write well designed, testable, documented, efficient code
Deploy software components into existing platforms of the company and clients
Develop software verification plans and quality assurance procedures
Document and maintain software functionality
Comply with project plans and industry standards
Provide support to clients by handling bugs, support requests, and investigations
Reference number for this position is GZ42283-2018 which is a permanent position with an opportunity to work remotely offering a cost to company salary of R700k PA negotiable on experience and ability. Contact Garth on
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President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed a panel to help him appoint a new National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP). The panel will interview candidates in November and make its recommendations to the president by December.
A short history
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) is a nominally independent state institution that reports to the Minister of Justice and is responsible for all prosecutions in the country. The NPA was established after 1994 and its functions are enshrined in the Constitution: “National legislation must ensure that the prosecuting authority exercises its function without fear or favour.”
How the appointment is made
The NDPP is the head of the NPA and ultimately responsible for running the organisation. All deputy directors of public prosecutions report to him. The appointment of the NDPP is governed by both the Constitution and the NPA Act and gives the president the sole authority to do so. The NPA Act does however stipulate that the NDPP must possess a legal qualification and “be a fit and proper person”. It is silent on the process the president must follow when appointing a NDPP.
Why so many NDPPs?
South Africa has had five NDPPs since the establishment of the NPA. Bulelani Ngcuka left in 2004 in the wake of his famous comment that he would not charge then-deputy president Jacob Zuma even though “prima facie” evidence of corruption existed. His successor, Vusi Pikoli, was forced out in 2009 after he refused to bow to political pressure, while Menzi Simelane, who was appointed by Zuma in December 2009, was removed from office in 2011 after the Constitutional Court found that his appointment was invalid.
Mxolisi Nxasana was appointed in 2013, but he also left under a cloud in 2015. The last NDPP was Shaun Abrahams, who left the position in 2018 after the court found his appointment by Zuma to also be invalid.
A politically fraught appointment
The appointment of the NDPP is both a legal and bureaucratic as well as a political one. The head of the NPA must have a commitment to the prosecution of justice as well as the safeguarding of the institution’s independence from political interference. But he (or she) also needs the ability to navigate the turbulent political environment and be able to make politically unpopular decisions or resist public pressure. Not one NDPP has completed his term and all have been victims of political machinations.
How will this appointment work?
The appointment process announced by Ramaphosa is unprecedented. Historically, presidents have made the decision on who to head the NPA by themselves, in accordance with law. After Pikoli’s removal the DA started lobbying to amend the appointment process and to bring it more in line with the appointment of judges. Two of Zuma’s appointments were overturned by the courts because the process Zuma followed as found to be invalid. Ramaphosa has now opened up the process, opting to advertise the position to the general public and asking a panel to assist him in shortlisting candidates. The ultimate decision however remains the president’s to make.
Who is on the panel?
The panel has representatives from all major legal formations in the country serving on it, including the General Council of the Bar, the Law Society and the Black Lawyers Association. It also includes Auditor General Kimi Makwetu. They will consider nominees before making a recommendation to the president. Judicial nominees by contrast are interviewed by the Judicial Service Committee that consists of politicians and representatives from the legal fraternity. They similarly make recommendations to the head of state, who takes the final decision.
Why is Ramaphosa doing it like this?
The NDPP’s appointment has always been a political one, and often seen to have been made with political expediency in mind – as was the case under Zuma. Ramaphosa is attempting to depoliticise the process by making it more transparent and inclusive, and also bringing it into line with the Constitutional Court (Simelane) and the High Court (Abrahams) judgments which found that the president needs to apply his mind properly when making a decision on a new NDPP. A new NDPP that has gone through an open and competitive process could just have enough legitimacy in both the NPA and in the political environment.
