http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php Castra Gym Pattaya - Personal Training - Arobics - Yoga - Fitness en-us Tue, 15 May 2012 20:40:05 -0700 Tue, 15 May 2012 20:40:05 -0700 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss New Equipment Arrived (May 2012) The first batch of our new equipment has arrived: Smiths Machine (Maxicam) Extension/Leg Curl Combo (Plamax) Next on the list: 45 degree Leg Press Concept 2 Rower <br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1337139538 Castra Gym Pattaya http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1337139538&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1337139538 Tue, 15 May 2012 20:40:35 -0700 JOBS - STAFF WANTED Fitness Instructors/Personal Trainers Thai nationals only Male or female Basic English language required Monthly Salary + Commissions If you are interested in this position, please send your covering letter, CV and photo to: info@thecastra.com <br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1336397696 Castra Gym Pattaya http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1336397696&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1336397696 Tue, 15 May 2012 20:33:46 -0700 24 FEB - CLOSED FRIDAY MORNING….Due to the electrical company switching of the power we will be close on Friday morning…OPEN 12:00. <br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1329958222 Castra Gym Pattaya http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1329958222&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1329958222 Wed, 22 Feb 2012 17:50:22 -0700 Firstly we would like to thank all of our members for their patronage and support since opening back in 2007. We look forward to providing you with improved services and facilities in 2012 and beyond. This newsletter has been written to provide our members with information about customer feedback, notices, upcoming changes and improvements at the gym. For any further information please contact us at info@thecastra.com . Click here to see the full ... <br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1327722241 Castra Gym Pattaya http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1327722241&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1327722241 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 21:43:34 -0700 McDonald's is hardly an ideal dining location for anyone struggling to stay slim. But the fast food chain scored a PR coup today when Weight Watchers agreed to endorse some of its products in New Zealand – a move met with outrage by nutritionists and obesity experts. &nbsp; As part of the deal, which the company says is the first of its kind in the world, McDonald's will use the Weight ... <br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1326167922 Health & Fitness News http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1326167922&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1326167922 Tue, 10 Jan 2012 23:30:33 -0700 Renovation work will be carried out at the main entrance and motorcycle parking area, please take care. 24 th December to 4 th January <br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1323330418 Castra Gym Pattaya http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1323330418&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1323330418 Thu, 08 Dec 2011 00:46:58 -0700 Almost half (45%) of all cancers in men and 40% in women could be prevented, according to a major study. The Cancer Research UK report found more than 100,000 cancers each year in the UK are caused by four lifestyle factors - smoking, unhealthy diets, alcohol and people being too fat. This rises to around 134,000 cases a year when 14 lifestyle and environmental factors are taken into account. ...<br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1323251174 Health & Fitness News http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1323251174&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1323251174 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 02:47:41 -0700 Christmas CLOSED: 24 December OPEN: 27 December New Year CLOSED: 31 December OPEN: 3 January <br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1323162098 Castra Gym Pattaya http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1323162098&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1323162098 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 02:46:39 -0700 CLOSED 5 th DECEMBER - The gym will be close for a National Holiday on Monday the 5 th of December <br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1322801776 Castra Gym Pattaya http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1322801776&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1322801776 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 21:56:16 -0700 New/replacement equipment on order for 2012: If you have any requests or suggestions, please send your details to info@thecastra.com (Ref: Equipment). · Leg Extension/Leg Curl Combo · Leg Press (Extra Heavy Duty) · Hack Squat (Extra Heavy Duty) · Smiths Machine · Fly/Rear Deltoid Machine · Adjustable Benches · High Speed Treadmill · Concept 2 Rowing Machine <br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1321511544 Castra Gym Pattaya http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1321511544&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1321511544 Thu, 17 Nov 2011 01:44:32 -0700 Please support our flood relief campaign. You can deposit supplies at the gym for collection and distribution amongst the worst hit areas. Thank you. <br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1318608212 Castra Gym Pattaya http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1318608212&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1318608212 Fri, 14 Oct 2011 09:03:32 -0700 Due to popular demand we will now be running an extra Spinning Class. First Class at 10:00-11:00am and the 2 nd at 11:00am-12:00pm. <br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1315526540 Castra Gym Pattaya http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1315526540&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1315526540 Thu, 08 Sep 2011 17:04:01 -0700 The gym will be closed on the 12th August for the birthday of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit and Mother’s Day (Thailand). <br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1312280015 Castra Gym Pattaya http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1312280015&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1312280015 Tue, 02 Aug 2011 03:13:35 -0700 Proflex Whey Protein: 5lbs (2.3 kilos) XL value tubs now available for only B2,500. Available in Vanilla, Chocolate and Strawberry flavors. <br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1312087739 Sports Supplements http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1312087739&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1312087739 Sat, 30 Jul 2011 23:21:54 -0700 Thursdays at 10:00 <br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1309409207 Castra Gym Pattaya http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1309409207&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1309409207 Wed, 29 Jun 2011 21:46:47 -0700 A 10 day treck across the Sahara Desert in order to raise money for Beaumond House Community Hospice. Shara Desert Treck Beaumond House Sahara Desert Trek: Beaumond House offers supportive palliative care to patients with life-limiting or terminal illnesses and their families. 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This site is all about getting back to basics, using your imagination and pushing yourself hard...Utrinque paratus FitnessWins.net ...<br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1307371221 Health & Fitness News http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1307371221&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1307371221 Mon, 06 Jun 2011 09:37:51 -0700 The new Gym Record Board is up and running. To enter your score speak with one of our instructors, check out the Record Board for competition rules. <br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1306754386 Castra Gym Pattaya http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1306754386&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1306754386 Mon, 30 May 2011 04:22:17 -0700 New timings for fitness classes and Spinning, 10:00-11:00am Mon: ABT Tue: Fit ball/Pilates Wed: Yoga Thu: Spinning Fri: Yoga <br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1306753938 Health & Fitness News http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1306753938&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1306753938 Mon, 30 May 2011 04:12:18 -0700 Vietnam's Dinh Kim Loan secured a gold medal for womens under 50kg category at the Asia Bodybuilding Tournament held in Singapore on October 3. She also won a silver medal for the fitness event at the World Women’s Bodybuilding championship being held in parallel to the tournament. Meanwhile, Nguyen Thi My Linh brought Vietnam two silvers for the Asian and World Women’s tournaments. ... <br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1290438119 Health & Fitness News http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1290438119&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1290438119 Wed, 29 Jun 2011 23:11:10 -0700 After a constant demand for training programs and workout routines we have decided to post a few on our website. If you would like to contribute a workout please send it in by email: info@thecastra.com Feel free you use this to advertise your personnel training services, promote a product, gym or website. Thanks, Castra Gym <br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1287721559 Castra Gym Pattaya http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1287721559&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1287721559 Thu, 21 Oct 2010 21:25:59 -0700 IPF Master Bench 2011 World Powerlifting Championship Rodby Denmark &nbsp; Arnold USA Powerlifting Championships The 2011 Arnold USA Powerlifting Championships at the Arnold Sports Festival will grow again next year as the in popular strength competition is directed by USA Powerlifting for a fourth straight year. &nbsp; International Powerlifitng Association 2011 THE GREATEST POWERLIFTERS IN THE WORLD COMPETE IN THE INTERNATIONAL POWERLIFTING ASSOCIATION (IPA). &nbsp; Powerlifting Calender of Asian Federation <br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1287676018 Castra Gym Pattaya http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1287676018&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1287676018 Thu, 21 Oct 2010 08:51:24 -0700 &nbsp; The Pattaya Marathon is a yearly event starting on Pattaya Beach Road. The Pattaya Marathon has numerous events open to all fitness levels and age groups... &nbsp; Pattaya Marathon 2009 &nbsp; <br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1247171599 Health & Fitness News http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1247171599&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1247171599 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 13:33:19 -0700 Ariyawat Noamsawat Next month will see muscles rippling and bodies sweating as amateur wrestlers from 23 countries descend on Pattaya to compete in the Asian Senior Wrestling Championship 2009 from May 2-7. The Thai Amateur Wrestling Association (TAWA) is co-operating with Pattaya City, the Sports Authority of Thailand and TAT to organize the wrestling championships and full details of the event were disclosed at a meeting held on April 3 at Pattaya City Hall. Assistant Professor ... <br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1239766686 Health & Fitness News http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1239766686&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1239766686 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 20:39:09 -0700 By Ed Edelson HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, March 16 (HealthDay News) -- Any exercise program can improve blood flow after a heart attack, but the benefit vanishes just four weeks after exercise is stopped, a new Swiss study finds. "The main goal of our study was to determine the impact of different types of exercise on vascular [blood vessel] function," said Dr. Margherita Vona, director of the Cardiac Rehabilitation Center at the ... <br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1239167694 Health & Fitness News http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1239167694&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1239167694 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 20:39:45 -0700 Athletes - Bodybuilders - Muscle Gai n Gaining lean muscle without added fat is a priority for all athletes and bodybuilders. The Bulk Protein Bar containing essential nutrients is ideally suited to fit these needs. Those in heavy training regimes appreciate something that tastes good as well, after all they need alot of the correct form of calories!! Athletes should ideally eat a well-balanced diet made up of a wide variety of foods ... <br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1238663623 Sports Supplements http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1238663623&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1238663623 Thu, 02 Apr 2009 02:13:43 -0700 Residential Drug and Alcohol Addiction Rehab Centre The Breathing Space Thailand programme centres on completeness because it is designed to be highly individualized. We believe that treating the whole person requires a thorough understanding of each person’s drug or alcohol abuse. Our multimodal, individualized, results orientated, programme can make the difference between success and failure in the initial weeks and months of ... <br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1237194947 Castra Gym Pattaya http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1237194947&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1237194947 Mon, 16 Mar 2009 02:15:47 -0700 Shanty Town Show Down - Stunt Movie &nbsp; Shanty Town Show Down is currently under production in Bangkok, Thailand. Set for release in 2010, the movie has a cast of Thai and International performers including stun actor Dean Alexandrou. The film is an old school action movie with no wires, computer enhancements or safety nets! Take a look at the preview or visit the following site for more information about ”Shanty Town Show Down“ and ... <br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1236919777 Castra Gym Pattaya http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1236919777&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1236919777 Thu, 12 Mar 2009 21:51:07 -0700 Protein Supplements for Women's Weight Loss While many women’s supplement arsenal consists of only a multi-vitamin, protein supplements have been becoming increasingly popular amongst young and old women alike. If weight loss is a concern, there are a variety of protein supplements that focus specifically on losing weight. A better portion of these protein supplements contain very little fat or additives. Consider the following on why you should use protein supplements for weight loss: Convenience. 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Let’s take a look at how different body positions affect muscle activity during ... <br clear="all"> http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1236320588 Health & Fitness News http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1236320588&comments=comments http://www.thecastra.com/fitness_blog/fitness_blog.php?entry_id=1236320588 Thu, 05 Mar 2009 23:40:03 -0700