Uplinker,
we are on the same side.
but as soon as the turbulence / wake turbulence began, I would have covered the side stick and the thrust levers, (i.e loosely held them in case either dropped out or action was required)
You don't need to keep your hand on THR LVRS because if it drops out it will result in THR LK. So there is no requirement for any sudden action.