How should you prevent a muscle tear?

• A well balanced, nutrient rich diet will help prevent a muscle tear.
• Consuming a high amount of carbohydrates 48 before rigorous activity may help because, they'll give your body the energy it needs. And some high-carb foods also are rich in vitamins, minerals, and enzymes, which are important for maintaining tissue strength.
• You can also take nutritional supplements such as chondroitin sulfate, glucosamine sulfate, N-acetylglucosamine, vitamin C, zinc, silica, manganese and free form amino acids to help strengthen the tendons and muscles.
• Properly warming up before exercise or other physical activities will also help you prevent muscle tears.

http://www.livestrong.com/article/542082-nutrition-to-help-prevent-muscle-tears/#ixzz2895lMiaI