Thank you Wahine, this makes very good sense. In fact I bet outdoors I have the tendance to take too large of a stride just because of the surroundings being larger. I will be more conscience of this when I start which will not be until next week for my new lunch routine since I will be getting sneakers over the weekend and needless to say, will wait until then. 
Wow, this section is great for a newbie runner. It is as good as cycling above for the newbie cyclist. I have to consider TE a very "well rounded forum". 
~ JoAnn
2012 Specialized Amira S-Works
2012 Vita Elite
2011 Specialized Dolce Elite (raffle prize) - Riva Road 155
Ralaigh Tara Mtn Bike