Sweeney takes host gig to heart

If you notice Alison Sweeney fly by throughout March's L.A. Marathon, take the time and credit "The Greatest Loser."Very few reality show hosts know these were inspired by their very own series, but longtime host Sweeney seems to become the best.InchI am in the club and doing the steps, and i believe back around the challenges where participants needed to go in internet marketing for hrs," she states. "Whether they can get it done inside a challenge, I'm able to still do it now."Approximately she hopes. With around 150 episodes under her belt, Sweeney is one thing of the "Loser" expert -- though she wasn't always so polished: "I had been very stiff and formal in the beginning," she confesses. "Now I realize my job just a little better."Sweeney came aboard "The Greatest Loser" in 2007, changing previous host Caroline Rhea. One a part of that job would be to host, but these guys to cheer together with the participants, and Sweeney has perfected the skill of not condescending or offering trite "attaboys.""I attempt to stay objective and root for everyone equally," she states, "however in my heart I actually do play faves."A part of that empathy likely originates from her very own public struggles with weight reduction another part likely from her many years of knowledge about all types of human melodrama: The previous child actress has starred on "Times of Our Way Of LifeInch since 1993.Working both jobs makes her a great schedule juggler, and she's even found room for any third, the approaching TV Guide Network's "girls' dinner by helping cover their our celebrity buddies" show "Hollywood Women Evening," premiering March 4.This is a lot on her behalf plate, but Sweeney understands how to savor every bite."Acting is really a passion, it's who I'm,Inch she states, "but 'Biggest Loser,' isn't just another job. I am a a part of these peoples' journey. That's what's really satisfying. We are altering peoples' lives, and I've got a front-row chair to that particular.Inch'The Greatest Loser' 200th EpisodeSeries a great fit for NBC, overweight public 'Loser' brand breaks new horizons Trainers accept being the main attraction Sweeney takes host gig to heart Past participants spread the content Contact the range newsroom at news@variety.com