Perhaps you have been trying with bows that are not made well!

[Petra is ever the optimist, especially when it comes to weapons that she considers to be vital hunting tools.]

Strength is something that can be gained, not only something you are born with. Maybe a lighter bow made for someone of your stature would be more to your liking! Where I come from, we are having bows and blades for people of all sizes, because everyone must be learning to fight and hunt.