I suspect 2 reasons:
Until recently, women lived longer than men, so there were more old women about.
Misogynistic language has been part of our culture, and we are still working to get rid of it!
Did you think you were poor growing up?
Only 50% of middle age adult manage more than 1 brisk 10 min walk a month.
What did you you think you would have by your current age that you don't?
