I ride speedplay clipless pedals. 2 tricks are handy (and may work for other clipless systems too?) 1. lube cleats with white lightening before every ride - keeps clipping in and out much smoother. 2. clip out at the bottom of our pedal stroke ( 6 o clock ) much less effort than clipping out at other part of pedal stroke. Be patient with yourself! It will be so fun once you "get it", train new muscle memory, build core strength and refine your road biking skills
Tokie