Reading and listening at the same time?

I've been trying to listen to audio while I read the text, but it's actually really hard. I tried it today and it felt impossible to keep up with the speed. I think I get lost easily and then I lose my focus. Do you guys look at the words first or just jump right in? I'm not sure if I should try something slower or just keep practicing. Any tips for a beginner who gets a bit overwhelmed?