The stretching device and methods disclosed herein allow an individual to create and sustain a differential stretch to the anterior muscles and ligaments of the torso, hips and legs. The device includes a base frame, a vertical member secured to the base frame, a rotational lift lever secured to the vertical member at a vertical pivot member, a lower extremity elevation member secured to the rotational lift member, and at least one lower extremity attachment device secured to the lower extremity elevation member. In methods of use, the device is used to create an anterior stretch by lifting an individual's leg or legs off of the ground, while the person is prone, so as to create a stretch in the anterior muscles, fascia, or ligaments. The device has various planes of rotation, and is adjustable in height as well as transverse displacement along the base to accommodate different body types.