How well I remember those early clipless days! I have scars on my elbows, just in case I forget. What I did when I first got them was cleaned the bike up and took it into the livingroom. I held onto furniture and just clipped in and out, over and over, take a break for a couple hours, then go again. It helped me find the feel before I hit the trail. However, I still had trouble with them when I was on the trail and went into a panic mode. It just takes time and practice. Hang in there! Once you get used to them you'll wonder how you lived without them.