Originally Posted by
pilotmike
The quote requiring explanation was
That was the specific bit that seemed to require explanation.
The ground was close- pushing forward would be not a thing to do, when you wish to climb G or no G every visual indicator was pull up.
Also given MCAS was a turbo trim speed - more reason to pull back on the yoke than use the slow trim switch to gain height.
I honestly doubt the crews noticed much in the way of any G forces, but that is just a guess.