Karlie Kloss felt "invincible" returning to the Victoria's Secret runway

She told People: "This is the greatest show on Earth. It's really special to be back here with all my girls and in the famous pink robe and just getting ready for the show here in Shanghai.

"It's a very, very special runway and it's a very special year have this big show in China...

"It just felt like the right time [to come back]. It's like riding a bike, getting back out there and wearing the wings.

"I was in rehearsals and had my wings on and I kind of had a 'pinch me' moment. I never thought I'd be back out here and it was really special. Being on the Victoria's Secret Runway makes me feel invincible."

Earlier this month, Karlie ran the New York City marathon and she found training for the gruelling run ideal preparation to be runway ready.

She said: "I just ran the marathon and that was one of the greatest physical and mental challenges that I ever willingly signed up for, and I'm kind of addicted to it now.

"I want to do it next year and maybe run another one in between. I've always dreamed of doing it and it was tough, but it was a great way to train for this runway."

And though she's been careful with her diet, Karlie and her fellow models are planning to tuck into pizza now the show is over.

Speaking backstage ahead of the event, she said: "I think all of us treat ourselves like athletes and we're constantly traveling and on the road and all of us to train and have energy to do our job and to work out and feel strong you have to eat properly and really fuel your body and your mind.

"I'm looking forward to a delicious meal after the show -- I heard rumours there is going to be pizza at the so I look forward to that!"