In a display of martial arts prowess applied to culinary pursuits, German-Serbian BJJ black belt and MMA star Alexander Neufang has taken his mastery of the Kimura to new heights – or rather, new meats. Known for his exceptional skill with this powerful shoulder lock, Neufang decided to test the limits of his technique on an unconventional opponent: a leg of ham.
In a video that’s quickly gaining traction in both BJJ and foodie circles, Neufang can be seen applying his signature move to the unsuspecting pork product. As he explains, “It’s actually harder than it looks because a Kimura is primarily a shoulder lock, and a leg of ham doesn’t actually have a leg attached to it.” Despite this anatomical challenge, Neufang’s technique proves effective, resulting in a clean separation of meat from bone.
This unusual demonstration follows in the footsteps of other martial artists who have applied their skills to inanimate objects. Notably, Tex Johnson previously made waves by snapping a baseball bat with a leg lock, while American Jiu-Jitsu black belt Terrie Bourgeois took things even further by cracking three baseball bats using the same technique.
Neufang’s ham-splitting feat adds a culinary twist to this trend of martial arts meets everyday objects. His caption on the video playfully acknowledges both the inevitability and the novelty of his actions: “What did you expect 🤷🏻♂️ How could I have not done this…but also I could have never done this without Kimura mechanics.”
The BJJ black belt also issues a challenge to his fellow practitioners, particularly those from Eastern Europe: “Some new challenge for your Eastern European savages out there 🇷🇸”. This call to action suggests we may soon see a wave of martial artists testing their techniques on various food items.
While the practical applications of using BJJ techniques for food preparation may be limited, Neufang’s demonstration showcases the versatility and power of proper Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu mechanics.
