Xbox one : what is a good weapon for starting with ability str below 6

Hi.
Most weapons i get are from bandits. Clubs etc. Atm i use " civilian sword"(kind of Dekoration sword). Easy bandits are no problem i dont Strike but sting Most time with it. But if its More thThx

1 opponent or Bandit wearing Armor it is unpossible to defend and survive or Attack those thugs.
Any ideas!? I got basic Training for money defense and sword and Clubs. Is there any weapon ir tequnique that keeps them off me. Slowing then down. Knock Them down? An arrow in leg is hard to AIM without cursor. Thx

I robbed all chests but i have too low Stats any chest weapon that is Superior?