Often referred to the quiet practice, Yin Yoga addresses the more yin parts of the body. These are the parts of the body that lie closest to our core, specifically the bones and connective tissue above the knees and below the navel. Unlike the muscles, which are the more yang parts of our bodies (the parts that like movement and repetition) the connective tissue needs to be addressed in a yin way with an attitude of quiet acceptance. The postures, which are mostly practice on the floor, are held for longer periods of time (usually 3-5 minutes). Yin Yoga is meant to complement yang practice.