India, Aug. 29 -- For many gym-goers, finishing a workout is followed by one familiar ritual, reaching for a protein shake. But is it actually necessary to have one immediately after exercising? According to Simran Khosla, fat loss and strength coach, the answer is no.

"You don't need a supplement right after your workout to see results," Simran says in her April 10 Instagram post, explaining that what matters more is getting adequate nutrition to support muscle recovery and replenish energy. (Also read: Sweating more doesn't mean burning more fat: Fitness trainer busts common workout myths, reveals what actually works )

Rather than focusing solely on protein shakes, Simran recommends paying attention to three key components of post-wor...