I'm 21 and 5'7"...though I have more weight to lose than you. I'd probably stick closer to 1500-1600 calories, especially since you're working out a lot. The last thing you want is your body to hold onto every little bit of fat out of fear that you're starving it. It's the same idea as taking your calories too low, create too large of a calorie deficit when you don't have that much weight left to lose (ie: 10 or 20lbs) and your body will plateau. You create your calorie deficit through exercise instead.
As far as exercising everyday...I exercise very intensely 6 days a week, but always take one day off. I might go for a leisurely walk or something, but I don't do anything I would consider "exercise". I agree with Photochick, just make sure you mix your exercises up, especially if you're lifting weights.
19lbs is an awesome loss! Congratulations!
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