It all begins with an idea.

About Nate & BDS Methods
Nate Tellen is the founder of BDS Methods in Whitman, Massachusetts — a private training and recovery space built on personal experience, clinical knowledge, and a relentless belief in human potential. Born with a congenital condition that required years of medical intervention, Nate eventually chose to amputate his foot at 19. Faced with limited expectations from traditional physical therapy, he took it upon himself to relearn how to walk, train, and ultimately thrive. That journey became the foundation of his life’s work: using movement as medicine and proving what’s possible when you take ownership of your body.

With a degree in Exercise Science, a CSCS certification, and a nursing license, Nate blends clinical understanding with hands-on coaching. When COVID disrupted his career path, he adapted—training clients in driveways with kettlebells and eventually opening his own brick-and-mortar location. He invested his medical school savings into building a facility that pairs targeted strength work with cutting-edge recovery modalities like focused shockwave, laser photobiomodulation, Graston, and deep tissue therapy. His approach is equal parts science, empathy, and practicality—meeting people where they are and helping them move forward without overreliance on surgery, prescriptions, or quick fixes.

BDS stands for Body Defense Systems and Methods, reflecting Nate’s philosophy of giving people the tools to defend and restore their bodies. Pain is complex—physical, emotional, social—and at BDS Methods, it’s treated as such. Sessions are designed to find root causes, teach sustainable strategies, and help clients build real function, not just temporary relief.

The BDS space itself is intentionally small, private, and inclusive. Every piece of equipment is hand-selected for its effectiveness across a range of abilities, from classic Nautilus and Cybex to modern functional tools. Whether you’re an athlete, a parent looking to stay active, or someone managing chronic pain, the goal is the same: to give you the confidence, capacity, and community to live fully—without being defined by your pain.